[rizchaudhary]

I have trading account Fidelity Inc, in 2008 I did some trading in stocks and they withheld 28% tax for not filling my latest W8-BEN since I am a Pakistani national and never been to USA. I couldn't file my W8-BEN all 2008 now they are asking me to get that tax refund directly from IRS. Bow I have filled my W8-BEn and they have acknowledged my non resident citizenship status.

My questions are.
What form I need to file for refund
Whom I should file with
How long does it takes to get refund processed
How IRF will make refund (cheque or Account transfer)

Help.

[IntlTax]

You need to file Form 1040NR. See the instructions to the form as to where to file. The timing of refunds varies, but is likely no more than 6-8 weeks. They will send a check, but you can have the money directly deposited into a checking account (this is usually a faster refund).

[rizchaudhary]

You need to file Form 1040NR. See the instructions to the form as to where to file. The timing of refunds varies, but is likely no more than 6-8 weeks. They will send a check, but you can have the money directly deposited into a checking account (this is usually a faster refund).

Thanks for valuable reply, can you confirm one more thing? Do I need to get Tax Number for filing 1040NR?

[IntlTax]

Yes. You should include Form W-7 and the required attachments. The W-7 and the 1040NR will be sent to the address shown for the W-7. See the instructions to W-7.