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    Nov 3, 2008, 01:42 PM
    Which tax form do I file for 3rd year on J-1?
    I am on a three year J-1 visa. For 2006 and 2007 tax years, I filed form 1040 NR. What tax form will I file for my 2008 taxes?
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    Nov 3, 2008, 02:58 PM
    Anthony:

    What is your home country? This is critical, because, normally, a person on a J-1 visa becomes a resident alien in the third year.

    However, the tax treaty (if any) between the U.S. and your home country may authorize a THIRD year on non-resident alien status. I believe the Chinese tax treaty does this, as does a few other countries.

    I cannot properly answer your question until I know your country of origin.
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