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    Jan 31, 2008, 06:17 AM
    OPT to H1B how to get SS+Medicare refund for part year
    Hi,
    I was on OPT till August 20, and then my visa status was changed immediately to H1B. While on OPT, I was already working for the same employer that I'm working for now on H1b. From the beginning, my employer withheld both SS and Mecidare taxes. I still qualify for NR status this year for tax purposes.
    My question: what is the process to get the SS and Medicare taxes back for the period I was on OPT (as I understand, everyone pays SS and Medicare regardless of resident status once you are on H1B)?

    Thanks a lot, any tips are appreciated.
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    Feb 1, 2008, 10:41 PM
    You need to ask the employer to refund these taxes.

    If that does not work, submit Form 843 for the refund. See IRS Pub 519, page 48.
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