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    Apr 8, 2009, 03:00 PM
    Standard/itemized deductions for resident/nonresident spouses filling separately ?
    I am a resident alien of the U.S. by the substantial presence test. I fill federal Form 1040.
    My spouse is a not resident alien filling form 1040NR-EZ separately.

    1. Can I claim standard deduction on my Form 1040 while my spouse claims itemized deduction (state taxes) on her 1040NR-EZ?
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    Apr 8, 2009, 03:29 PM

    If you are a resident of the U.S. then you can file joint return as residents even when your spouse has never been to the U.S. or is nonresident. Read Your U.S. Tax Return: Filing Status for Married

    Or you can file separate return as resident and your spouse can file as nonresident. Yes, you can claim standard deduction.

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