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    Feb 24, 2010, 05:01 PM
    Spouse on G4 visa. Can I claim spouse exemption?
    Hello -

    My spouse is on a G4 visa with the UN, and hence does not have to pay income taxes. I understand I have to file as 'MARRIED FILING SEPERATELY'. I have tried to search this forum, but was unclear on two issues:

    1. Do my wife have to file taxes and then claim the G4 exemption? If so, which form should she file ?

    2. Can I claim the spouse deduction on my income tax?

    Thank you,
    Danish
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    Feb 25, 2010, 02:02 AM

    Your spouse will file Form 1040NR or 1040NR-EZ with form 8833.
    With info provided, it is not possible to tell which form you should file.
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    Feb 25, 2010, 05:04 AM

    Thanks for the quick response. I am on an H1-B, and I believe I am required to file as a resident, i.e. 1040.

    To follow-up: Can I claim the spousal exemption on my 1040, if we file as married filing separately, and my spouse fills out 1040NR w/8833
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    Feb 26, 2010, 12:10 AM

    If you have completed SPT on H1-B, you will file as married filing separately. You do not get exemption for your spouse.
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