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    yinny Posts: 1, Reputation: 1
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    Aug 27, 2008, 11:41 AM
    Am I a non-resident alien
    Hello!

    I'm on OPT now and am filling out my W-4 for a new employer and want to know if am considered a non-resident alien. My opt expires aug 2009. I will be on H-1 by oct 2009. For tax purposes does this affect how much that's withheld.

    Will I be an advantage if I file as NRA or not.

    Thanks!
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    Aug 27, 2008, 12:05 PM
    Yes, for 2008 AND 2009, you will be a non-resident aslien if you are single.

    If you are MARRIED, you can file jointly in 2009 with your spouse and you BOTH coose to be treated as resident aliens.

    For details and other useful information, review the articles at www.VisaTaxes.com - Non Resident Taxation - Articles
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