There is a misconception that as a F1 student If I do tax returns using turbo tax, It will be a problem. Is it true ? Can I use turbo tax to file returns?

[snehav27]

My stay period 1 and half year.

There is a misconception that as a F1 student If I do tax returns using turbo tax, It will be a problem. Is it true ? Can I use turbo tax to file returns? Is there anything extra I need to do ?

[Belling]

You are considered a non-resident alien for the first 5 calendar years or parts thereof on F1.

After that you start using the Substantial Presence Test and become a resident alien once you are in the US 183 days.

If you need to file a Non-Resident U.S. Tax return, please go to the following link:   https://ttlc.intuit.com/replies/4028799

[fanfare]

try TaxACT which will prepare a 1040NR for you.