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Tax Forms

This list of forms and best practices will help guide tax-exempt purchasing on behalf of the University.

Harvard Intl Office for Foreign Taxes

The tax resources offered by the HIO are provided so that international members of the Harvard community can make informed personal decisions concerning their taxes.

OTM Tax Exempt Debt Compliance

Federal tax law places important restrictions on the use of tax-exempt debt and the projects financed by such debt.

Global Support Services

This newly created office provides operational guidance and resources to students, faculty, and staff traveling or managing projects abroad.

Financial Management & Systems Courses

Offered through the Center for Workplace Development, these instructor led courses include HCOM, HUBS, Basics of Accounting, and Ethics and Accountability.

Harvard Training Portal Online Courses

These online courses are available free to the Harvard community, and include tutorials on financial systems, accounting basics, and sponsored programs.

System Hours of Operation

Harvard's core financial and human resource systems operate on a 24/7 basis with the exceptions noted.

Financial System Application Quick Links

One-click access for authorized users: Oracle Applications, Harvard Crimson Online Marketplace (HCOM), Web Reimbursement, PCard, CAPS, Harvard Budgeting System (HUBS), GMAS, ecrt, estr, Chart of Accounts, Common Reporting Environment for the Warehouse...

Business Expense Reimbursements Policy

This policy establishes when Harvard will pay for non-travel business expenses of any individuals conducting business on the University’s behalf.

Honoraria and Reimbursements for Foreign Nationals

This policy outlines the circumstances in which the University can provide compensation to or pay for the travel expenses of guest speakers who are foreign nationals, and describes the associated tax implications.

Tax Compliance for External Revenue-Generating Activities in the U.S.

Activities that generate income from external sources are potentially subject to taxation, specifically income tax and sales tax.

Independent Contractors

It is Harvard’s policy that an individual who is paid to provide services to Harvard must be hired as an employee unless the engagement satisfies the three-part Independent Contractor test.