F1 visa student - self employment- 1099 tax form
I am a phd international student in Houston Texas. I am a citizen of Tunisia.
I joined the program in fall 2005 and I am on campus employee. I am starting my second year now.
I am filling W2 form for tax. I have an opportunity to gain extra income as self employed or independent contractor from an online job. They are saying they will send me my check by mail and that I need to fill out at the end of the year a 1099 misc form for tax.
My question is : Do I have the legal wright to take this "job" (independent contractor) or shall it be a violation of my F1 visa status. Does filling the 1099 form with my W2 will cause any problem? If not how much should I pay for taxes..
Looking forward to your response. If any information is missing please let me know.
Thanks in advance for your help.
Regards