Many companies face foreign obligations for reporting, withholding tax
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Many Canadian companies may be faced with foreign obligations for reporting and withholding tax on wages paid to employees performing employment duties outside of the country. Cross-border travel continues to be a common trend to meet business essential needs. Whether the business needs are for employment services directly connected to a establishment in the United States or for servicing clients, Canadian employers should be aware of the U.S. payroll reporting and withholding requirements for employees working in the U.S.