Hi. I am currently on F1 visa and my wife is also on F1 visa. Can I file my taxes by making her as my dependent even though she is not on a dependent visa?
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3 Replies
KurtL1
Expert Alumni
Feb 20, 2020 1:15:18 PM
No, she is not your dependent. On the return she would be listed as your spouse.
uvyas20
New Member
Feb 20, 2020 1:21:44 PM
Thanks Kurt. But I am currently paying her tuition fees. Can I show that and prove that she is my dependent and avail tax benefit?
KurtL1
Expert Alumni
Feb 20, 2020 1:33:58 PM
You are allowed to pay the educational expenses for your spouse and still claim the education credit as you would for a dependent.
You cannot claim your wife as a dependent on your return per IRS regulations.