POMS Reference

GN 05010: Nonresident Alien Withholding Tax

TN 12 (09-98)

A. BACKGROUND

In November 1994, a tax treaty was finalized which exempted residents of Israel from the nonresident alien tax withholding.

  • The exemption was effective for benefits paid after January 31, 1995.

  • Late in January 1995, each beneficiary was notified of the tax treaty and its effect.

  • The change appeared in the February 3, 1995 payment.

B. POLICY

The tax treaty is effective for benefits paid on or after February 1, 1995, for months after November 1983.