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    Feb 27, 2009, 07:44 AM
    US Taxation for non resident alien
    Do non resident alien on L1B visa needs to pay any federal tax,if yes then how much more/less this is as compare to resident aliens for the same duration.

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    Feb 28, 2009, 07:18 AM

    When did you come to the U.S. Are you married?
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    Feb 28, 2009, 07:43 AM
    Quote Originally Posted by IntlTax View Post
    When did you come to the U.S.? Are you married?
    I came to USA on work permit (L1B).frm feb to June 2008 (150 days).I am single & had workes as software engineer in CA.
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    Feb 28, 2009, 01:48 PM

    Yes, you need to pay U.S. tax as a nonresident alien. You do not qualify to file as a resident alien. File Form 1040NR.
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