Questions answered by Jameel Manji

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Can I teach online on CPT part-time (no more than 20 hours per week) under my F1 visa status? What is the process? (tax etc.)

Jameel's answer | Answered on May 17, 2016

The school has to allow this. Contact your DSO at the school.

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Is there a minimum time period a person on a multiple entry tourist visa has to spend outside the US before re-entry?

Jameel's answer | Answered on May 17, 2016

Technically, there is not an official time period to stay outside of the country before coming back on a multiple visit visa. However, that...

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I would like to know if we get married could I become a dependent? Would that allow me to be able to travel, work etc?

Jameel's answer | Answered on May 17, 2016

More information is needed about your boyfriend's immigration status and if he is legally married before I would be able to discuss any benefits...

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My friend has met her girlfriend 6 months ago but they didn't get formally engaged but now they want to get married. could they

Jameel's answer | Answered on May 17, 2016

Whether they can get married is not an immigration question. Unless they are currently married or minors, they should be able to get married. For...

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Do I need to get me a lawyer for my case to represent me or not! If yes, can u advise advise me one in atlanta, ga

Jameel's answer | Answered on April 17, 2016

A lawyer can be very helpful through this process but you can also handle the process yourself. Just depends on your level of comfort and if you...

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If my tax form has an error, will I be considered past the due date and will be required to pay the penalty?

Jameel's answer | Answered on April 17, 2016

Generally, it depends on the level of omission. You should file an amended return to include the omitted amount. Considering how low interest...

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Is the bank saving interest (Form 1099) a taxable income for both of federal and state tax return?

Jameel's answer | Answered on April 17, 2016

Generally, interest earned from your run of the mill savings account and reported on a 1099 (109-INT) is income for federal and state purposes.

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How to transfer property from family?

Jameel's answer | Answered on April 17, 2016

I would encourage your grandfather to consult an estate planning attorney or an attorney with a tax background. More information is needed (e.g.,...

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Do international students on F1 visas have to file taxes?

Jameel's answer | Answered on April 06, 2016

I am a little confused as you say you started OPT a few weeks ago. Did you earn U.S. sourced income in 2015? If not, then I encourage you to file...

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Is there any way I can reduce my tax fees

Jameel's answer | Answered on April 05, 2016

I agree with Magda's advice. Please note that if you choose to use one of the "free" tax preparers you see advertising or trying to get people to...

Jameel Manji's Answers (24)

Can I teach online on CPT part-time (no more than 20 hours per week) under my F1 visa status? What is the process? (tax etc.)

Is there a minimum time period a person on a multiple entry tourist visa has to spend outside the US before re-entry?

I would like to know if we get married could I become a dependent? Would that allow me to be able to travel, work etc?

My friend has met her girlfriend 6 months ago but they didn't get formally engaged but now they want to get married. could they

Do I need to get me a lawyer for my case to represent me or not! If yes, can u advise advise me one in atlanta, ga

If my tax form has an error, will I be considered past the due date and will be required to pay the penalty?

Is the bank saving interest (Form 1099) a taxable income for both of federal and state tax return?

How to transfer property from family?

Do international students on F1 visas have to file taxes?

Is there any way I can reduce my tax fees