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    magicman2007 Posts: 10, Reputation: 1
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    Feb 22, 2008, 10:45 AM
    Do I have to be Dual Status Alien to use First Year Choice?
    Hi All,

    Do I have to be Dual Status Alien to use First Year Choice?
    I am Non-Residential Alien and I want to use First Year Choide? Is is Wrong.


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    Sudarshan BAjaj
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    Mar 7, 2008, 01:42 PM
    You have to be eligible for dual-status to use First Year Choice.
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    Mar 10, 2008, 08:54 AM
    Thanks AtlantaTaxExpert for saving you time. Especially during the tax season.
    I am confused with your answer. I came to USA for the very first time on 14th July 2007.
    Can I file 1040 form by FIRST YEAR CHOICE after 10th May 2008?
    What forms I need to file. Just 1040X and 1040? Or I have to file 1040X, 1040NR and 1040?

    Magic man..
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