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petolla
Feb 6, 2007, 02:29 PM
Hi,

I'm in NY as a trainee (J-1visa).

This year I had relevant medical expences (dentist), not paid by the health insurance.
Can I deduct them?

Thank you

AtlantaTaxExpert
Feb 7, 2007, 11:21 AM
No, you cannot.

Medical expenses are NOT a valid itemized deduction for non-resident aliens.

Sorry!