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    sajanparihar Posts: 6, Reputation: 1
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    Mar 25, 2009, 01:30 PM
    F1 Student - Can claim deduction for wife?
    Hi,

    I am an international student from India and would like to know whether I can claim additional exemption of $3,500 for my wife who is on F2
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    Mar 25, 2009, 01:45 PM

    Yes, as per tax treaty, you can claim exemption for your wife if she did not have any income in the year.
    Read: Your U.S. Tax Return: U.S. Tax Filing Requirements for Non-Residents
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    Mar 25, 2009, 02:01 PM

    Thanks Mukat for your prompt reply.
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