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    Mar 23, 2009, 01:58 PM
    Tax - F-1 to H1B status - Questions about residency/forms
    Hello -

    I know this is a busy time of year for those who know about taxes - so THANK YOU

    I was an international student on an F-1 visa from August 2003 until I completed my Optional Practical Training (OPT) in October 2008.
    In Oct. 2008, my F-1 visa changed to a H1B status. I am now a full-time employee with a school district but am considered a non-immigrant worker by the Dept. of Homeland security.

    Since 2003, I have declared my taxes each year as a non-resident alien. Am I now considered a resident alien?

    If so, which forms do I use for my federal and state returns? :confused:

    Thank you! :)
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    Mar 23, 2009, 03:47 PM

    In 2008, you will file resident tax return.
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    Mar 23, 2009, 04:23 PM
    So this means I will be no different in filing my taxes than a U.S. citizen?
    Do I have to indicate that I am foreign anywhere on the tax returns? Federal or State?

    Living in Missouri - Which of the following would I fill out?

    For State taxes: MO-1040 or MO-1040A
    For Federal taxes: 1040, 1040A or 1040EZ

    Thanks again -

    Hope you can help again!
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    Mar 23, 2009, 06:29 PM

    Yes, you will file just like U.S. citizens and do not indicate anywhere that your are a foreigner.
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