Hi

I have a few questions

I was on an OPT till the end of May and had applied for an H1 which got approved in October 2005. Do you think I should get W2 form for my OPT status although I was not having job in hand till Oct 2005.
Which are the forms I should use for filing my tax returns. I came to USA in Jan 2002 on an F1 visa and am presently working on H1 visa. Should I be filing 1040NR-EZ or 1040NR.
Thanks
Faisal

AtlantaTaxExpert

Faisal:

You are a dual-status alien. You can file the dual-status return or wait until early June to file as a resident alien under the First Year Choice.

techfaisal

Thanks for your prompt reply.
Well I am not able to understand. You mean to say I can go ahead and file the form 1040NR-EZ. In that case in the itemized deduction line what value should I enter and what value should I enter for exemption deduction. I am a citizen of India. Also can I claim any taxes which are withheld.

AtlantaTaxExpert

Faisal:

When did your F-1 status end and your H-1 status begin??

techfaisal

My F1 status ended on May 31st and H1 status began on Oct 19th.

AtlantaTaxExpert

Faisal:

If you lived in the United States for the entire time from June 1st on, then you must file as a resident alien, as you qualify under the Substantial Presence Test. Use tax software and enter the data from your W-2. The software will calculate the taxes for you.