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    Oct 4, 2007, 09:51 PM
    L1 visa & Tax & SSN
    Hi,

    I have just arrived in the USA on an L1 visa. I have been here for a month and half. I have applied for a SSN but haven't received one as yet. I am single and no dependants.

    Currently I am paying up 39% of my earnings to income tax :mad:! Is it because I do not have a SSN or to the fact that I am here on an L1 visa?

    Thank you for taking taime in answering my question.
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    Oct 5, 2007, 07:25 AM
    Actually, the 39% is probably spread over federal and state income taxes, and Social Security and Medicare taxes.
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