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International student wondering, can I file my taxes and get a refund on my tuition despite not having an income or never having had a job or paid income tax in America?
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International student wondering, can I file my taxes and get a refund on my tuition despite not having an income or never having had a job or paid income tax in America?
If you are a nonresident alien ( assuming you are on an F-1 visa) for any part of the year, you generally cannot claim the education credits. However, you may possibly claim an education credit under the following circumstances.
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You are married and choose to file a joint return with a U.S. citizen or resident spouse as discussed under Nonresident Spouse Treated as a Resident.
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You are a dual-status alien, and choose to be treated as a U.S. resident for the entire year. See Choosing Resident Alien Status.
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International student wondering, can I file my taxes and get a refund on my tuition despite not having an income or never having had a job or paid income tax in America?
If you are a nonresident alien ( assuming you are on an F-1 visa) for any part of the year, you generally cannot claim the education credits. However, you may possibly claim an education credit under the following circumstances.
-
You are married and choose to file a joint return with a U.S. citizen or resident spouse as discussed under Nonresident Spouse Treated as a Resident.
-
You are a dual-status alien, and choose to be treated as a U.S. resident for the entire year. See Choosing Resident Alien Status.