Please see TurboTaxDeeS's response at the following link, regarding filing requirements for students on F-1 visas in OPT:
https://ttlc.intuit.com/questions/3130970-student-f1-opt-tax
Please note the following from the link above:
- As a nonresident alien, you are only required to file a US tax return for income from US sources
- If you are required to file a tax return, you will file a Form 1040NR
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TurboTax does not support Form 1040NR
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Please see the following website:https://www.sprintax.com/ which is specifically designed to help international students file 1040NRs
The IRS only makes direct deposits for income tax refunds into U.S.-based bank accounts - please see the following information from the IRS, Helpful Tips for Effectively Receiving a Tax Refund for Taxpayers Living Abroad:
https://www.irs.gov/individuals/international-taxpayers/helpful-tips-for-effectively-receiving-a-tax...
