JohnW15
Intuit Alumni

Deductions & credits

For tax year 2017, you would need to file a Form 1040 and report your worldwide income. 

As an F-visa holder, you’re considered a nonresident for the years 2013-2016.  If, beginning on January 1st, 2017, you meet the Substantial Presence Test, or you’ve lived in the United States from January 1st, 2017 until the present, you’re considered a United States resident for tax purposes.