Hi,
I am a J1 research scholar, and this is the first year that I am filing as a Resident Alien. Last year, we were able to get an SSN for my wife and ITIN for our daughter, both of whom have J2 visa status. My question is, can I claim my daughter as a dependent for tax purposes? She has lived with us and we have supported her for the whole year.
My only reason for hesitation is not knowing whether she qualifies as a "resident", being on a J2 visa despite spending the whole year in the US.
I'd appreciate any information you could give me.
Thanks
