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Am I qualified for standard deduction?

nn3620 — Tue, 10 Feb 2026 09:16:51 GMT

Hi, I first came to the US in August 2018 as an international student (F1 visa). As I have been in the US for more than 5 years, I believe I have become a resident alien for tax purposes based on the substantial presence test since August 2023 (I assume).

This is the first year I file tax in TurboTax, the software said that I am getting a standard deduction. I am wondering if I am eligible for standard deduction?

Re: Am I qualified for standard deduction?

MinhT1 — Mon, 29 Jan 2024 14:01:12 GMT

Yes.

As a US resident alien, you can take the Standard Deduction.

Re: Am I qualified for standard deduction?

nn3620 — Mon, 29 Jan 2024 14:39:12 GMT

So it does not matter if I’m only US resident for some parts of 2023 and not the whole year?

Re: Am I qualified for standard deduction?

DaveF1006 — Mon, 29 Jan 2024 14:56:17 GMT

If you are eligible to be a US resident for 2023 based on the Substantial Presence Test, you are eligible to take the standard deduction.