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    May 15, 2010, 07:35 AM
    b1 visa tax dues
    I might go to USA from India for about two/three months (to carry out some collaborative research). As I understand, I might opt for J1 visa, and under tax treaty between USA/India, I perhaps don't have to pay any tax (even if someone pays, he usually gets back the check). But then on my return I may have to pay tax on my savings in USA (though not so sure about this), which I would prefer to avoid. So I wanted to go with a visa with which I can pay my tax in USA itself and come back to India without any tax obligation. I don't know if it makes sense. Kindly advise.
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    May 17, 2010, 09:01 AM
    If you are under a J-1 visa, you are a non-resident alien and thus the interest earned on the savings account is tax-exempt.

    Go with the J1 visa.
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