z****l 发帖数: 5282 | 1 you must file as resident.
your husband can be treated as resident if you both choose to file jointly.
usually filing as resident married filing jointly is the best choice for you both.
The main advantages are as follows.
1. standard deduction
2. can claim dependents
3. can claim child tax credit, child care expense, ...
4. can enjoy eduction credit
5. F1 may be able to claim $5000 tax treaty for F1's income
I strongly you read:
1. pub 519 on www.irs.gov
2. instructions for Form 1040/1040A/1040E |
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