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    Jan 31, 2014, 10:37 AM
    Can a A2 Visa holder dependent filling separately can claim a US citizen child
    Hi I would like to know if I can claim my Us citizen and non US citizen children as a dependent. I am a dependent of A2 visa holder working at foreign embassy. I have a US income from a private company and filling separately in 1040. NR? Lookingforward for your response. Thank you.
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    Jan 31, 2014, 02:42 PM
    A-2 visa holders are by law non-resident alien and thus CANNOT claim dependents on their tax returns (Form 1040NR or 1040NR-EZ). Sorry!

    If you need professional help filing, please email me at the email address in my profile.
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