I am a widow - do I need to file as a single person

MinnieMouse
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edited December 2024 in Situation & Life Changes

I am a widow - do I need to file as a single person

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  • MatthewD
    MatthewD FreeTaxUSA Team Posts: 409

    Hello,

    When did your spouse pass away? If you became a widow in 2024, due to the passing of a spouse, then you can still file a married filing joint return with your deceased spouse. However, if your spouse passed away in 2023 or a prior year, then yes you would file as Single. There is an exception.

    Do you have any dependents. If you do, then you would file as a qualifying surviving spouse.

    See this IRS interactive assistant. What is my fling status?

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