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    Apr 16, 2008, 10:05 AM
    Do I get full refund of Federal taxes as an F-1 student?
    I am a uncertain if I have to pay taxes or the government returns all the federal withheld taxes to me as a F-1 student. I worked as an intern in 2007 and my total wage was a little above $6K. I filled form 1040NR-EZ and 8843-which I believe it states that I am exempt of paying taxes. I know some non-resident aliens with student visa that have received full refund for their federal taxes. Please help me understand the process and what is form 8843 specifically for?
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    Apr 16, 2008, 10:44 AM
    You are NOT exempt from federal or state income taxes; you ARE exempt from Social Security and Medicare taxes.

    However, your income is so low that the combination of your $3,400 personal exemption and your treaty exemption (if one exists) may result in you owing NO tax.

    What IS your home country?
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