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    Mar 10, 2009, 02:57 PM
    1040 or 1040 NR-EZ for F1 students ?
    Hi Experts,

    I came to US in Aug 2006 on F1 status. Currently, I am doing my OPT since Dec 08. I filed 1040 NR-EZ for year 2006 and for year 2007 I consulted a CPA who filed 1040 for that year. He says that for filing tax purpose, if I am in USA for more then 6 months, I can file 1040. I am not sure whether it is correct or not and I need to file 1040X for amending my previous return.

    Please guide me.

    Thanks!
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    Mar 10, 2009, 10:30 PM

    You filed wrong return for 2007.
    On F1 you are exempt from residency for 5-years. You must file non-resident tax return Form 1040NR or 1040NR-EZ and Form 8843. Your income is not subject to FICA taxes but you must pay federal and state income taxes.
    Read: Your U.S. Tax Return: U.S. Tax Filing Requirements for Non-Residents
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