Hello,
I am a F-1 student on OPT and my SSN and Medicare taxes were withheld by the employer. I asked the employer for a refund but they said they are unable to do so and gave me a letter to submit to the IRS. I am planing to file for federal return using 1040 NR and claim for a refund by filing form 843 and 8316 and other supporting documents. Is there any other thing which I need to do.

I would like to understand how good are the chances of getting the medicare and ssn taxes refunded because many CPA's are telling me that it will be a waste of time to file for a refund.
I would also like to know what should I fill out in option 6 in form 843 which states
-706
-709-
-940
-941
-943
-945
-990-pf
-1040
-1120
-4720
-other (Specify)

Really appreciate your help

First file your tax return Form 1040NR with Form 883. Wait for about 2 months.
Then file Form 843. It must be filed separately after your return has been processed. For option 6 check other (specify) and enter 1040NR. Your U.S. Tax Return: Social Security and Medicare (FICA) Taxes for Non-resident Exempt Individual (http://taxipay.blogspot.com/2008/03/non-resident-exempt-individual-social.html)

Thanks Muakat.. can I get your contact information so that I can call you and see if you can helpme out with filing my taxes and getting the refund.

Let me know.Thanks

If you need help filing Form 843 and 8316 to get a refund of FICA (Social Security and Medicare) taxes, email me at [email protected].

We routinely prepare these returns.