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    Apr 11, 2008, 04:43 PM
    Status changed from f1 to h1 middle of year. Which form to file
    Hi,
    I have been in the US from 2005 as F1. Last year on Oct1 my status changed to H1. I have been filing the 1040NR form for the last 2 years. This year I went to a tax consultant who suggested that I should file 1040 form. Is this the right form to use? Kindly advise.
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    Apr 11, 2008, 05:42 PM
    On H1-B you have not completed 183 days. So you will file nonresident tax return for 2007. In 2008 you will file resident tax return.
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    Apr 12, 2008, 06:18 AM
    Your advisor is incorrect and obviously, like many people, does not really understand the international implications of the US tax law. You need to file a 1040NR.
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