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    Feb 20, 2010, 10:01 AM
    A canadian citizen that has a L1B visa are you a non resident alien?
    How do you know if you are considered a non resident alien if you live in canada (citizen)
    And work in canada and US are married and have to file a us income tax?
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    Feb 20, 2010, 10:04 AM

    For filing a US return how do you know what you are a non resident alien or resident alien if you have a L1B and are a married canadian citizen
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    Feb 22, 2010, 01:24 AM

    Any income earned while in the U.S. must be reported on the U.S. tax return.
    If you meet substantial presence test or you are filing joint return as residents, you must declare your worldwide income. Your U.S. Tax Return: Substantial Presence Test

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