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    Mar 17, 2006, 09:43 PM
    j1 trainee business expenses and 2106 form
    Hello!

    The more I research this subject the more controversial it seems to me.

    J1 trainee comes to the USA for practical training for less then 12 months. Can he file 2106 and deduct expenses such as food, travel, lodging etc?

    I know lots J1. Many of them filed 2106 and got all tax back. Some were questioned by IRS but often won the case.

    Internet based CINTAX tax preparation software DOES NOT allow 2106. I contacted CINTAX and they told me they were told by IRS that business deductions are not in this situation allowed. I am scratching my head seriously confused and would be happy to find what determines the eligibility for business deductions for J1 trainee.

    I hope someone can help!
    Greg
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    Mar 17, 2006, 10:33 PM
    Greg:

    That is a curious position by the IRS. By definition, the J-1 under 12 months are temporary work assignments, which would make the cited living expenses deductible.

    You may need to file the return manually if you want to make Form 2106 deductions.
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    Mar 18, 2006, 06:49 PM
    Hey AtlantaTaxExpert - I sent you email, it would be great if you could answer...

    Thanks!
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    Mar 18, 2006, 11:12 PM
    Send it again. It is not in my In-Box and I do not recall reading it.
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    Mar 20, 2006, 06:09 AM
    Thanks! I just sent you PM instead.
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    Mar 20, 2006, 10:25 AM
    Got and answered it. You may not like the answer, however.
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