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    Mar 17, 2009, 05:56 AM
    1040 NREZ stimulus?
    Hi,

    I am a student from India on F1 visa. Recently, I had some questions on taxes and contacted H&R block, and they said I could file a resident tax filing even though I have been here for only 4.5 years. Also, they said students are also entitled to get the stimulus package(of last year). I did not get one last year, because all these years I was filing 1040 NREZ.

    Can anyone advise if this is true, and if I file through H&R block, will it take care if I have any problems in future with this filing? I am worried any improper filing might affect H1B or Green card applications later.

    Thanks

    Raghu
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    Mar 17, 2009, 11:43 AM

    For 5 years you are nonresident. You must file nonresident tax return and will not get stimulus rebate.
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    Mar 17, 2009, 04:48 PM
    Thank you for the reply. I too was expecting the same thing, but got surprised with H&R block's reply. Do you think filing tax returns through H&R as per their advise (as NR or R as they suggest) is OK? Do you think there might be any problem in future, and I can consult them if any in the future? What can you suggest me about this.

    Thank you!
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    Mar 18, 2009, 01:26 AM

    Most of the tax professionals have poor knowledge about visa holders' taxes.
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