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    Jan 8, 2009, 12:13 PM
    Can I file a joint return.wife on H4?
    I have lived in the united states for 10 yrs. I am on H1-B. My wife is on H4 dependent visa. Can I file a joint tax return?
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    Jan 9, 2009, 02:14 AM

    Yes, you can only file as married filing jointly or married filing separately.
    Even for married filing jointly it does not matter if your wife has never been to the U.S.
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