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    raji0204 Posts: 2, Reputation: 1
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    Feb 3, 2009, 11:59 AM
    Status is H1B in 2008 but no earnings throughout and no W2
    Hi Experts,

    Would appreciate your help in dealing with this issue.

    My wife was on H1 B status throughout 2008 (i.e Passport has a H1B status).
    However,due to the bad economy she was unable to get a job throughout 2008. She therefore has no paystubs and employer has not given her any W2.

    Can I file her as my dependent because her earning for year 2008 was 0$?
    Would it adversely affect her H1B status or cause any issues with any further stamping.

    Let me know your thoughts on how to get through this situation.

    Regards
    Rajiv
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    Feb 3, 2009, 12:17 PM

    You can file joint return as residents even your wife had zero income. You will both get standard deduction and exemptions.
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    Feb 3, 2009, 12:20 PM
    Hi Mukta,
    If I file as dependent , it will not have any adverse affect on my wife's H1 right in future?
    That's my major concern
    Raji
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    Feb 9, 2009, 11:22 AM
    Raji:

    You are NOT her dependent; you are her co-filer.

    It will NO adverse effect on her H-1 visa in the future.
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