MayaD
Employee Tax Expert

Deductions & credits

You don't need to file a US tax return if you don't have any US income source. 

However, you need to file Form 8843 to explain the basis of your claim that you can exclude days present in the United States for purposes of the substantial presence test because you:

  • Were an exempt individual.
  • Were unable to leave the United States because of a medical condition or medical problem.

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