Follow the steps to fill out the form accurately.

1. Click ‘Get Form’ button to obtain the form and open it in the editor.
2. Provide your identification number and the name that appears on the Form 1040-NR (SP). This ensures that all information is correctly associated with your tax return.
3. Answer the question about which country or countries you were a citizen or national of during the tax year. This helps the IRS determine your tax obligations.
4. Indicate the country where you claimed residency for tax purposes during the year.
5. If applicable, indicate if you have ever applied for a green card, as this affects your residency status.
6. Respond to questions about your previous immigration status, including whether you were ever a U.S. citizen or green card holder.
7. Detail your visa status on the last day of the tax year or note your immigration status if you did not hold a visa.
8. Record any changes to your visa type or immigration status, including dates and nature of those changes.
9. List all entry and exit dates to and from the United States for the year, as this is crucial for your tax residency determination.
10. Indicate the total number of days you were present in the U.S. during the tax years immediately prior (2020 and 2021) and the current year.
11. If you filed a U.S. income tax return for a previous year, note that year and the form number.
12. Answer if you are filing a return for a trust and provide necessary details if applicable.
13. State whether you received total compensation of $250,000 or more during the tax year.
14. If claiming tax-exempt income under a tax treaty, complete the applicable sections to provide details about the treaty.
15. Finally, review all entered information for accuracy, then save changes, download, print, or share the completed form as appropriate.

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