It is probably easier to start out as a Sole Proprietor for tax purposes. If you add partners, you can form an LLC, but may need to file a separate Business Return in that case.
Click this link for detailed info on LLCs.
As a Non-Resident Alien, you can't file using TurboTax, but can through our partner, Sprintax.
To file as a Resident Alien, you need to meet either the Green Card Test or the Substantial Presence Test. However, with several types of visas (including an F1 student visa), you can't count your days in the US towards the Substantial Presence Test.
This article gives detailed Tax Tips for Resident and Non-Resident Aliens.
As far as the Green Card Lottery, this link has info you may find helpful.
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