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Resident doctor on J1 do I get tax exemption in the 2nd year of filing
I am a resident doctor in PA and in my 2nd year. I am on J1 visa from India. Am I eligible for tax exemption? I f I have filed my taxes is it possible to correct them with the exemption, if applicable?
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Every one on J1 visa is exempt form Social Security and Medicare taxes for two years. If you are considered a trainee, then you have treaty benefit for two years. You will file nonresident tax return, get personal exemption and standard deduction (as per treaty).
Read Your U.S. Tax Return: U.S. Tax Treaties for Students and Apprentices |
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