I had a J1 Research Scholar visa from November 1, 2022, to October 31, 2024. On January 1, 2024, I became a resident for tax purposes, but I was still under the U.S.-Italy tax treaty until the expiration of my visa on October 31, 2024. I left the U.S. and had no U.S. income from November 1, 2024, to December 31, 2024. For my 2024 tax return, I filed Form 1040, along with Schedule 1 and Form 8833 to claim the treaty exemption. I was wondering if it’s correct to file these forms for the period from January 1, 2024, to October 31, 2024, or if I need to file as a dual-status resident. I’ve read various posts in this community, and sometimes the first approach is suggested, while other times the latter is recommended. Thank you in advance for your help!
