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    kmlucy Posts: 11, Reputation: 1
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    Feb 17, 2010, 10:55 AM
    F1 to H1b, confused with residency status
    Hi,

    Below are my specifics

    F1 - Aug 2006 - Sep 2009.
    H1b - since Oct 2009.

    I have read the IRS publication 519 and it seem like I qualify as non-resident alien, but I am not 100% sure.

    Can some one please explain it to me why would I qualify as non-resident alien.

    I hired a tax consultant who wants to file as resident alien, but I am little skeptical about his judgement.

    Any suggestion/help will be appreciated.
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    MukatA Posts: 7,110, Reputation: 176
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    Feb 17, 2010, 08:00 PM

    If you are not married, you will file nonresident tax return as you did not complete SPT on H1-B. Your U.S. Tax Return: The U.S. Visas
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