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    Trishala Raj Posts: 95, Reputation: 1
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    Feb 21, 2010, 07:58 AM
    Should I file - L1 Visa
    Hi,

    Came with family on L1 Visa from India in 2007. I returned for good in Jan end 2009. Myself and spouse got wages for Jan 2009 . Should I file a tax return for 2009? If I should, what type of return should I do? The normal 1040 Form or 1040 NR form?

    Thanks in advance
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    Feb 22, 2010, 02:22 AM

    If you meet substantial presence test in 2009, you will file dual status return. If you do not meet SPT file nonresident tax return. Your U.S. Tax Return: Substantial Presence Test
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    Feb 22, 2010, 07:26 AM

    Thank you for the response.
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