[zlily]

I am a F-1 student from China. Since I have stayed here for more than 5 years, I have to file as resident alien.

I received both W-2 and 1042-S. On 1042-S,
Income code:19 (compensation during studying and training)
Gross income:5000
Tax rate: 00.00
Exempt code: 04 (exempt under tax treaty)

My questions:

1. which form I should use, 1040, 1040A or 1040EZ?

2. where should I fill the numbers? If I add up 5000 with the amount in W-2 form, this 5000 becomes taxable. Which line should I delete this 5000 from total taxable?

3. Can I get the $400 Making Work Pay Credit?

Thanks in advance.

[zlily]

Also, should I file 8843?

[MukatA]

1. You should do Form 1040.
2. Yes, add on line 7. It is taxable income. If you are eligible for treaty deduction, then deduct as other income and write "China & U.S. treaty deduction article...."
3. Yes, complete schedule M. Your U.S. Tax Return: What's New for 2009