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rsmitha
Apr 3, 2009, 08:11 AM
Hello,
My friend was on OPT in 2008. F-1 less than 5 years (Masters 2 years, OPT 1 year). So he submitted 1040NREZ in 2009 for filing taxes...The IRS converted it into 1040EZ saying OPT is not considered as non-resident status. He was also sent a stimulus check last mont with this comment letter. I am literally confused... I researched for documentation on IRS... no luck. Any comments.
Thanks.
AtlantaTaxExpert
Jun 2, 2009, 01:54 PM
In this case, the IRS is flat out WRONG!

Optional Practical Training IS considered part of the F-1 student visa; has been for decades.