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    AliPolsar Posts: 1, Reputation: 1
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    Feb 17, 2010, 02:43 PM
    Am I resident or Nonresident Alien?
    Hi,

    I am living in United states since Aug. 2005. My Visa is F1 (Student Visa), and I am doing my PhD here. I am wondering whether I am resident alien or not? I bought a condo in 2009, Am I eligible for Obama's tax credit? I have all requirement, but I am not sure whether I am resident alien or not. I have heard about green card test of 183 days test, however, I believe they are not valid tests for F1 visa. Please let me know what you think about it

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    Feb 17, 2010, 10:05 PM

    For 2009 you are nonresident. In 2010 you will be resident. You do not get homebuyer credit.
    On F1 you are exempt from residency for 5-years. You must file non-resident tax return Form 1040NR or 1040NR-EZ and Form 8843. Your income is not subject to FICA taxes but you must pay federal and state income taxes.
    On your F-1 income you will get deduction based on tax treaty between the U.S. and your country. Your U.S. Tax Return: U.S. Tax Filing Requirements for Non-Residents
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