International Employees (FNIS)

To: New International Employees (Students, Post-Docs, & Visiting Professors)

From: Payroll Office

Subject: Required Appointment to Determine Tax Residency Status

Prior to receiving your first paycheck from the University you must contact the Payroll Office at (303) 871-3744 to schedule an appointment to determine your residency status for income tax purposes. In addition, if you are eligible for a tax treaty exemption, the required forms must be completed during this meeting. On average, the time necessary to complete all forms is 10 minutes.

The Payroll Office is located in Mary Reed Building, Room 107A. Appointments are available from 8:00AM to Noon.

For your meeting please bring the following original documents:

• Passport
• I-94 Arrival/Departure Record Card (small white card inside passport)
• U.S. Visa
• I-20 Certificate of Eligibility (F-1 visa holders)
• DS-2019 Certificate of Eligibility (J-1 visa holders)
• Social Security Card issued by the U.S. Social Security Administration or application receipt