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    Aug 7, 2012, 11:26 AM
    Can I claim back FICA taxes when being on J1 visa?
    I have been on a J1 visa for almost 10 years now. I paid taxes including FICA, and I am not even sure I qualify for any of the Social Security and Medicare benefits. Can I claim FICA taxes back?
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    Aug 7, 2012, 01:03 PM
    You CANNOT get the FICA taxes back, but if you exceed ten years [paying into the Social Security system, you DO qualify for benefits.
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