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  • Mar 7, 2008, 04:58 PM
    taxmentor
    Deductibility of expenses related to renewing H1B work Visa
    Can I deduct my trip to Isreal as an employee business expense to obtain
    My H1B Work Visa renewal? This would include airfare, car rental and
    Hotel. My employer will not reimburse me.

    Thank you
  • Apr 25, 2008, 01:25 PM
    AtlantaTaxExpert
    No, you cannot, because:

    1) It is considered to be a personal expense by the IRS.

    2) You did NOT have to go to Israel to get the H-1B visa; you could had it done in either Canada or Mexico for a LOT less cost.

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