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    Apr 2, 2007, 11:44 AM
    New H1B filing tax
    Hello,

    My husband entered US on H1B on December 11, 2006. I entered the country on February 17, 2007 on H4.

    Please let me know how does he go about filing the tax for the month of December 2006 as I understand the tax year is calendar year that is Jan-Dec.

    What are the forms needed? Does an H4 file tax too? What is ITIN for spouse? Please advise.

    Thank you,
    Greta.
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    Apr 5, 2007, 01:28 PM
    Greta;

    He should file as a non-resident alien. Unless he has an extremely high-paying job, it is likely he received only ONE paycheck for 2006 for his U.S.-source income, and his personal exemption of $3,300 will likely offset any tax due.

    In 2007, you can file jointly with him and you boht choose to be treated as resident aliens.
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    Apr 12, 2007, 11:37 AM
    Hello, is it Form 1040NR or is it 1040 EZ... yes the income for 18 days is less than $3500. Also what is the standard deduction he can avail of... we are from India. Thank you. Greta.
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    Apr 19, 2007, 03:02 PM
    Greta:

    He can use Form 1040NR-EZ.
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