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    Feb 9, 2011, 08:20 PM
    Non resident alien on J-1 visa with tax treaty
    Hi, I am a non resident alien having a non resident alien wife. Our child is US citizen. I am filing 1040 NR tax form to avail the tax treaty benefits (India). All my income is exempt. Can I get a child tax credit for my US citizen child.
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    Feb 10, 2011, 05:19 AM

    Which visa do you have? When did you enter U.S.
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    Feb 10, 2011, 05:49 AM
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    I have J-1 visa (I am a research associate at a university). I came to USA in March 2009. And I am now filing for 2010. My son was born in 2010. For 2009 year I filed a 1040NREZ and took tax treaty benefits (India). The treaty benefits are for only 2 years. Thanks
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