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    Techi Store Posts: 1, Reputation: 1
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    Feb 6, 2008, 09:09 AM
    J2 taxes
    Hi,

    I came to US in Sep 2005 and working on a J2 visa since January 2006. I am also doing MBA since Sep 2006 and paying tuition fees. When I applied for tax return in 2007 I have been told that I can not claim my tuition fees. Can you please tell me if I can claim my tuition fees this year when I file tax returns this year.

    Thanks,
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    Feb 8, 2008, 08:52 AM
    J1 stiudent for degree courses are nonresidents for 5 years. Nonresidents don't get tution fee deduction.
    You will get exemption of $3,400 (for 2007) and deduction as per tax treaty between your country and the U.S.
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    Feb 13, 2008, 11:31 AM
    Actually, J-1 student get the exemption for only TWO years.

    The five-year exemption is for F-1 students.
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