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    Jun 11, 2010, 11:31 AM
    Which is more beneficial wrt to taxation on J2 EAD ? Working on W2 or 1099
    Which is more beneficial wrt to taxation on J2 EAD ? Working on W2 or 1099
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    Jun 15, 2010, 02:22 PM
    Working on W-2, because, unlike a J-1 visa holder, J-2 visa holders with an EAD card ARE subject to FICA (Social Security and Medicare) taxes.
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