Tax

RashaAbdin
RashaAbdin Posts: 2 researcher rank
in First-time course creation

Hello great Udemy instructors

I need your advice specifically in the tax form to be chosen. I am a non US citizen and and I don't live in the US. I live in United Arab Emirates. I have looked into the available tax forms, and I think none of the forms apply to me, what next step would you recommend to move forward.

I really appreciate your help, especially those who faced the same circumstances

Have a great day!

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  • MariaG
    MariaG Posts: 2,328 researcher rank

    Hi @RashaAbdin


    Once you begin the submission flow at taxforms.udemy.com, you’ll see the option to choose whether you are a US or non-US instructor as one of the first selections you make. Depending on what you choose, the platform will guide you through options that are unique to the selection you made as a US or non-US citizen.

    The form you need to choose will depend on where you live, whether you’re an individual or entity, and other specifics. Since Udemy is unable to provide tax advice, we recommend that you consult with a tax advisor to ensure you’re using the right form and entering the information correctly. That said, here is some basic information about the types of forms you can fill out via our tax platform:

    -W-9(used by U.S. individuals and entities to certify their Tax ID number)
    -W-8BEN8 (used by non-U.S. individuals to certify that they are a beneficial owner or a financial account-holder, and claim treaty benefits)
    -W-8BEN-E (used by non-U.S. entities to certify they’re a beneficial owner or a financial account-holder, and claim treaty benefits)

    I hope this helps!

  • ScottDuffy
    ScottDuffy Posts: 826 rolemodel rank

    The US internal revenue service considers royalties paid by Udemy to be income earned in America, and they will want their tax on it. Unless your country has a tax treaty with the US.

  • Abdulaziz_m
    Abdulaziz_m Posts: 2 researcher rank

    @RashaAbdin

    Salam

    Dear Rasha,

    My name is Abdulaziz from Saudi Arabia.

    I need your guidance regarding the tax form. Could you please provide me with the steps of filling out the tax form (for individuals).

    best regards

  • ElianaC
    ElianaC Posts: 5,373 Udemy rank

    Hi @Abdulaziz_m
    We suggest consulting a tax professional for individual tax advice, or to understand your individual tax responsibilities for the income received from Udemy. You can also check this article on how you can submit the tax form here.

    Eliana Cerna

    Udemy community

  • RanaWMehmood697
    RanaWMehmood697 Posts: 8 researcher rank

    Hi @RashaAbdin
    ,

    I am curious to know how much Withholding tax rate in UAE, is being deducted. Is it 10% or 30%?

    Thanks in advance.

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