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    Feb 6, 2008, 12:59 PM
    Which form to fill for NRA
    HI,

    I came to U.S on October 2007 from India on L1 Visa with my wife and kid.

    I like to know which form I have to use to file my returns. Also let me know whether I can claim any exception for my wife and kid as my dependents. They don't have any other income.

    Let me know if you need any more information.
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    Feb 8, 2008, 11:34 AM
    You can file resident tax return as Married Filing Jointly.
    You will have to wait for 5 months to file your tax return till you meet the Substantial Presence Test in 2008.
    You will get standard deduction of $10,700 and exemptions for both of you and the kid. You will also get child tax credit of $1,000.

    IRS Publication 519: Tax for Aliens
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    Feb 13, 2008, 12:10 PM
    Depending on the income level and whether you have moving expenses, it may be better to file as a non-resident alien, because the combination of your personal exemption, itemized deductions and moving expenses MAY completely offset your income.
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