VTE's postings are accurate and, of course, excellent.
However, he failed to note that you would file Form 1040NR as a non-resident alien.
Further, you will be able to deduct daily living expenses using the per diem rates specified in IRS Pub 1542 by filing Form 2106. These deductions will be itemized deduction on the Schedule A found in the 5-page Form 1040NR packet.
This is due to the fact that your stay in the U.S. is less than one year and is, by definition, a TEMPORARY work assignment. This assumes that you are not receiving tax-free per diem payments from your employer.
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