dsch33
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Do I need to report 1042-S with zero federal tax withheld?

Hello, I have a question regarding my 1042-S.

 

I received two 1042-S from my university (I am international student and resident alien for tax purposes).

(1) Code 20 in Box 1, 0 in Box 7 and 10, which is covered by tax treaty benefits;

(2) Code 16 in Box 1, 0 in Box 7 and 10, which is my scholarship.

 

I wonder in these cases, do I need to report 1042-S? I searched online and someone mentioned it is only for informational purposes and I do not need to file it. But I am not sure.

 

Thank you!