When filing as a resident alien:

• you will file Form 1040EZ, 1040A, or 1040 • you are NOT required to file Form 8843 • your bank interest is considered taxable income • you must declare your worldwide income • Social Security and Medicare taxes will be withheld from your wages • you may be eligible to claim the following credits, exemptions or deductions
	Child Tax Credit Childcare Credit Education Credits Earned Income Credit Personal Exemption for qualified spouse and dependent children (must have social security number or ITIN) Standard Deduction or Itemized Deductions Some resident aliens may still qualify for treaty benefits if the maximum presence limitation has not been met.

Tax assistance for Austin area "resident alien" researchers, professors and students:

The International Office is unable to provide personal assistance with the completion of Forms 1040EZ, 1040A, and 1040. If you still have questions after you have read the information provided below:

• Free file through IRS free on-line filing services (for taxpayers with an Adjusted Gross Income of $50,000 or less)
• request assistance at other Austin area Community Tax Centers (for qualified low income individuals)
• purchase commercial tax preparation software
• download the appropriate IRS Instruction Booklet for the form you are filing
• consult a paid professional tax preparer

For further information for resident forms see IRS Publication 17

Note:

Keep copies of all forms and documents submitted. If you owe taxes, make check payable to U.S. Treasury and include your social security number and "2008 taxes owed" in the memo section of your check. All forms must be signed and dated. When filing jointly, both individuals must sign and date the tax return.

Where to mail resident alien tax forms: Mail forms 1040EZ, 1040A, and 1040 to the nearest IRS Service Center listed on the back page of the IRS instruction booklets.

Mailing address for Texas resident alien tax forms: Internal Revenue Service, Austin, Texas 73301-0215