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Form 8840 - Closer Connection Exception Statement for Aliens
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Form 8840, Closer Connection Exception Statement for Aliens, is used to claim the closer connection to a foreign country exception to the substantial presence test. Note. You must have selected to file Form 1040-NR in order to access Form 8840.
For information about the substantial presence test, go to IRS Publication 519.
You can use the Forms Assistant to search for and add Form 8840 to your return. 
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