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Visa changed from F1-OPT to H1B

adi533 — Wed, 05 Feb 2025 19:22:30 GMT

Hello,
In 2024, I was working on F1-OPT visa which exempted me from FICA taxes. My status changed to H1B in October 2024 . The company's payroll did not deduct FICA tax from October - December 2024 paychecks.
They rectified this by withholding FICA tax (for October - December 2024) from my January 2025 paycheck.
Now, the w2 I have received does not include the FICA paid in January (for October - December 2024).
Do I need to request another w2?

Is there anything else that I need to keep in mind while filing my taxes?

Appreciate the help. Thankyou!

Re: Visa changed from F1-OPT to H1B

DawnC — Wed, 05 Feb 2025 20:34:52 GMT

Probably not, but you may want to double-check with your employer. How you file your taxes is dependent on your tax residency status. TurboTax can handle filing your Form 1040, but not Form 1040-NR.

Can I file Form 1040 or do I need Form 1040-NR?

Although TurboTax doesn't support IRS Form 1040-NR (U.S. Nonresident Alien Income Tax Return), we have partnered with Sprintax to offer both federal and state tax preparation for international students, scholars, and nonresident foreign professionals.

Please visit the TurboTax/Sprintax site for more info.