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Hello, I'm on OPT and have a few questions about tax and I'm clueless!
First off, My OPT started 2 weeks ago and I received my W2 from my university as I used to work part-time on campus. They have withheld my fed and state taxes and I want to claim it. Should I fill out 1040NR or NR EZ? What's the difference?
And what exactly are standard deductions? I have no idea.. I read some people saying they want to claim 3000, or 5000 and so on. What exactly are they claiming? And what proof are they providing? Can I claim it too? Another question I have is, there is a box that says.. Can someone else claim you as a dependent? Can I get a refund in making either of the choices? Your reply would be greatly appreciated! Thanks in advance. Sonam |
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You have to report income for 2011 on your 2011 tax return. Everyone on F1/OPT is nonresident for 5 years. You must file nonresident tax return Form 1040NR or 1040NR-EZ and form 8843. On nonresident tax return, you do not get standard deduction. You get itemized deduction and deduction based on tax treaty. Your U.S. Tax Return: U.S. Tax Filing Requirements for Non-Residents
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