Nepal doesn't have tax treaty so for 5 calendar years you cannot claim dependents, and you cannot take the standard or itemized deduction. You can take only $3700 as exemption. Well people do file 1040 and get more money back, but if you get audited then you have to pay the money back with fine. I am not trying to disappoint you but that is the truth and I have been in your shoes.

Sparty