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trademark1013
Apr 10, 2007, 01:44 PM
Hi,

I was a dual-status alien last year. I'm filing the 1040NR and submitting the 1040 as a statement.

I was a resident till July and then became a non-resident.

Can I claim the standard deduction for Indian students (which I am one of) on the 1040NR?

Thanks

AtlantaTaxExpert
Apr 18, 2007, 08:51 AM
Yes, if you earned at least $5,150 while you were an Indian student.