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    LittleDevil187 Posts: 2, Reputation: 1
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    Mar 16, 2009, 01:47 PM
    F-1 already filed tax but getting stimulus
    Hi

    I am an F-1 student and this is the first time I filed my tax return. I did that online through online e-filing site and I am getting stimulus of $300.

    Now I get to know that we are not eligible for stimulus. But I have already filed it and it has been accepted. Can I face any sort of problems by doing so?

    They say I might face problems while my H1 application later on.

    I am skeptical if I made a big mistake.

    Do suggest me what should I do?
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    MukatA Posts: 7,110, Reputation: 176
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    Mar 17, 2009, 02:08 AM

    On F1/OPT you are exempt from residency for 5-years. You must file non-resident tax return Form 1040NR or 1040NR-EZ and Form 8843.

    Now you must file amended tax return Form 1040X with properly done 1040NR or 1040NR-EZ with Form 8843.

    Read: Your U.S. Tax Return: U.S. Tax Filing Requirements for Non-Residents
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    Mar 17, 2009, 08:19 AM
    As I said that I've already filed the tax online I had no idea that I was not suppose to do so but I've done it. So I should file it again via papers by filling 1040X, 1040NRZ & 8843??
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    May 7, 2009, 01:39 PM
    Yes, amend the return using Forms 1040X, 1040NR-EZ and 8843.

    Also, return the $300 Stimulus Payment by writing a separate check and clearly identifying in the check that you are returning the $300 Stimulus Payment.
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