Dear Sir,

I arrived in US in Aug 06 on a F1 visa. I am from India and married. My wife joined and my kid joined me in Feb 07 (on F2). I am only getting the assistantship/scholarship from the School and have no other income.

1. Which form should I use?
2. Can I claim deductions for my wife and child?
3. Can I claim the deduction for Indian students (arising out of the Tax treaty)?
4. What is my filing status? Can I file jointly?

Kindly advice.

Regards,

Ajay.

1) Form 1040NR.

2) Yes, if they have no income that is subject to U.S. taxes.

3) Yes.

4) You are filing as a married non-resident alien; filing jointly is NOT an option.