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    Jan 21, 2010, 02:25 PM
    Working as 1099 on F1 OPT?
    Hi,

    I am on F1 OPT and worked for as a 1099 independent contactor for a company. They gave me w9 form to sign which I did.

    Does working as 1099 on OPT considered as employed ?Do I need to inform USCIS about it ?

    I worked for one and a half month and earned $700+. How do file income tax return for this?

    Thanks

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    Jan 25, 2010, 01:05 PM
    Yes, you are considered to be employed. If the 1099 job is your OPT, the USCIS already knows about it.

    If not, you need to file a tax return to claim the income, probably Form 1040NR with a Schedule C. Working a second 1099 job in addition to your OPT is a violation of your visa, but, given the amount of income earned, it would be considered a minor violation.

    Do not bring it to the USCIS' attention, but if they ask about it, be honest about it. Lying to USCIS is the worst thing you can do.
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