[taxra]

I'm an Indian student on a F-1 visa and have become a Resident Alien for tax purposes from this year (2009).
1. Do I have tax treaty exemption?
2. Do I pay social security tax and medicare tax?

Thanks

[MukatA]

When did you enter the U.S. on F1?

[taxra]

I came on an F-1 on 1 Aug 2003. To clarify my question, do I have tax treaty exemption that I can mention on my 1040 form.

[IntlTax]

Sounds like you should be a resident alien for 2008.

[taxra]

Yes, you are correct. It is 2008.

Coming back to my question: do I have tax treaty exemption?

[MukatA]

No, you do not get treaty deduction.

[taxra]

Thanks so much!