View Full Version : I am on H1B from first oct 2009, can I fill 1040EZ for 2009 tax return?
Dana_DMTR
Feb 6, 2010, 09:32 AM
From sep 22nd 2008 I am in US on J1 visa and I filled 1040 -EZ for tax return 2008. From oct 2009 I am on H1B visa, can I fill 1040EZ for 2009 taxes?
Thanks
AtlantaTaxExpert
Mar 4, 2010, 12:25 PM
You filed incorrectly for 2008; you should have filed Forms 1040NR-EZ and 8843.
You will file Forms 1040NR-EZ and 8843 for 2009 as well.
MukatA
Mar 5, 2010, 02:50 AM
If you are married, you can file joint return as resident under First Year Choice. Must wait to file your return till you complete SPT in 2010.