mmary78
Nov 9, 2009, 10:08 PM
I am a United State citizen and bringing my parents in 2-3 months on tourist visa from India. Can I claim them as my dependents for my tax purpose.
MukatA
Nov 10, 2009, 12:05 AM
Yes, if they complete substantial presence test in the year, and you provide more than half of their support for the year and your parent's worldwide income is not more than $3,650 (for 2009). Your U.S. Tax Return: Substantial Presence Test (http://taxipay.blogspot.com/2008/04/substantial-presence-test.html)