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    Feb 2, 2007, 10:32 AM
    J1 Visa and capital gains taxes
    Hello,

    I am currently working in the US as a trainee under a J1 Visa. Am I subject to capital gains taxes?

    Thanks,
    igo8
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    Feb 2, 2007, 10:18 PM
    If you bought and sold a capital asset, like U.S. stocks or other equities, and made a capital gain while in the U.S. then yes, you are subject to capital gain taxes.
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