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  • Apr 1, 2009, 10:02 PM
    nnmf
    F1-OPT Status. Could I deduct job search expenses?
    F1-OPT Status. Could I deduct job search expenses? Where should I put this on the 1040nr? Is there a for to itemize this ?
  • Apr 2, 2009, 07:27 AM
    MukatA

    No.
    Read: Your U.S. Tax Return: U.S. Tax Filing Requirements for Non-Residents
  • Jun 2, 2009, 10:38 AM
    AtlantaTaxExpert
    Actually, you CAN claim job search expenses on Form 2106 with the final figure being entered under Miscellaneous Expenses on Schedule A. You have to exceed the 2% rule, but if you are mandated to itemize, that should not be an issue.

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