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    Apr 14, 2007, 07:43 AM
    Tax form for h1b visa
    Hi,
    I started working on a h1b visa in nov of 2007, I was doing opt for 2 years prior to that up to oct of 2007 , I filed tax return last year
    Now I need to no which form to use to file
    Also my wife is here and my kid also , they have no social security or tax number
    Can I put them on as depends?
    Thanks
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    Apr 20, 2007, 09:52 AM
    If you file jointly with your wife and you BOTH choose to be treated as resident aliens, you can claim your child as a dependent.

    This option will probably produce the greatest tax benefits.
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