Hi
I landed on Oct 2007 in H1B and trying to file my tax return. I got lots of information from your forum but still I have a question.

As per the information I have to file as non-resident alien(1040NR) or dual resident. But, if I apply for an extension to file my tax return (4868) and file my tax return on late June(I will be a resident alian as I shall meet SPT -183 days criteria), can I file as a resident alien.

Could you please send your suggestion.

Thanks
-Abar

No, your choices arefile as a non-resident alien NOW or wait until June 2008 to file as a dual-status alien.

You can only file as a resident alien if you file jointly with your wife.

Recommend you file as a non-resident alien, because filing as a dual-status offers no advantes tax-wise.