Yes, you can claim the standard deduction for 2019. Based on your facts, you are not a dual status alien in 2019.
Here's how I came to that conclusion:
- 2019 is the sixth year you were present in the U.S., so you meet the "for any part of more than 5 calendar years" test for "not be an exempt individual" in 2019. So, assuming you have substantially complied with your visa and have not established that you do not intend to permanently reside in the U.S., you are not an exempt individual for 2019.
- Because you meet the substantial presence test for 2019, your residency starting date is the firs day you were present in the U.S., i.e., January 1st. You are a resident alien for tax purposes the entire year, and not a dual status alien.
See IRS Publication 519 for the resident alien rules.
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