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    Nov 20, 2013, 01:41 PM
    I am on B1 visa 185 days stay in US won $70K in casino. Can I file Married joint?
    I came on B1 visa on 1st January 2013 and have stayed over 185 days in USA. I recently worn $60K in casino and also earned interest in my bank account. Can I file Married joint 1040 tax return and claim standard deduction and exemption for both spouse? Am I required to report my income from rent and interest in India also?
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    Nov 20, 2013, 05:15 PM
    Maybe; will you be in the U.S. at the end of the year?

    If you DO file jointly ALL world-wide income must be reported, to include rent and interest earned in India.

    You may also have to report the financial accounts on Form 8938 (if total exceeds $100,000) and the FBAR (if total exceeds $10,000).
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