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    Feb 11, 2006, 12:05 PM
    Mortgage interest deduction for dual-status
    OPT 1/05-8/05, H-1, 8/05-12/05,

    I know that I need to file a non-resident form (1040NR). 1 question:

    Do I get the whole year's mortgage interest deduction $ 8800 on 1040NR? Where do I put it?
    Thanks.
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    Feb 11, 2006, 08:05 PM
    As answered on the other post, you cannot claim the mortgage interest deduction as a non-resident alien.

    You must file as a resident alien under the First Year Choice to claim the mortgage interest deduction.
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    Feb 12, 2006, 11:31 AM
    Dear Atlanta Tax Expert,
    If I choose the First Year Choice, can I claim the $5000 US-China treaty deduction, too?
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    Feb 12, 2006, 10:04 PM
    No, but you will be able to claim the $5,000 standard deductions, so it's a wash!
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