do i need to fill out the nonresident business allocation schedule when filing NY state tax for just W2 income as a nonresident

[yykathy_QA]

I received a sign in bonus from a company in 2024 but I won't move and start the new job until 2025, do i need to fill out the nonresident business allocation schedule when filing NY state tax?

Thanks!

[LenaH]

No, you would not need to fill out the nonresident business allocation schedule for a sign-on bonus received in 2024 (assuming you received a W-2 for this income). The nonresident allocation schedule is if you are doing business in the state and have to allocate your net earnings from self-employment. For more information, please see Form IT-203-A.