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    Feb 26, 2009, 11:26 AM
    File Return with Wife and Daughter
    Hi

    I am in US (MA) since Feb 2008 and working with same company. Now my wife and daughter has joined me in the month of Jan 2009.

    Can I file return (jointly with my wife) as two dependants? If so can you please let me know the required documents for my wife and daughter?

    Also, do I need to apply for TAX ID for my wife?

    Thanks
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    Feb 27, 2009, 12:07 AM

    Your visa?
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    Feb 27, 2009, 01:09 PM
    Hi

    I am on H1B (Valid till 2010) and my wife and daughter are on H4.

    Thanks
    Sameer
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    Feb 28, 2009, 10:43 PM

    For 2008, you can file resident tax return as Married Filing Jointly.

    You will get standard deduction of $10,900 and exemptions for both of you.

    You must both declare your worldwide income for 2008. You can also deduct moving expenses. Use form 3903.
    Read about H1-B tax filing: Your U.S. Tax Return: The U.S. Visas
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