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If you have met the SPT Substantial Presence Test, you may file as a resident in 2020.  Your residency termination date is generally December 31 of the year you leave which is 2020. 

 

In your situation, if you have stayed on H-1B visa and met SPT before March 2020, you are not a dual status.  It is not an option.  You have to file as a US resident with a Form 1040.  To read IRS link, click here:  Last year residency

 

If you are filing a resident, you are filing for the full year jointly with your spouse and qualify for the Child related credits if you meet the all the requirements.

 

 

 

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