Paper filing Massachusetts state tax without spouse ITIN

[ismuhammadali]

We are filing jointly for the first time. We applied for her ITIN at our local IRS office, and as part of the (W-7) application, we were told our taxes have been filed in the office as well (I had my W-2 at hand). We will receive the ITIN in 10-11 weeks but I need it for the state taxes. Can I paper file MA taxes and leave the ITIN section blank for my spouse? If not, how can I communincate with the MA DOR that an ITIN application is pending and I'm not committing fraud.

Appreciate the help!

[LeticiaF1]

The state of Massachusetts will not be able to process your return if you send it without the ITIN for your wife. Your best option is to file an extension, with just your information.  Also since it sounds like you already calculated your tax return, if you have a balance send that in too.  See the link below for the form.

Massachusetts Income Tax Extension Payment Worksheet and Voucher

[Edited 3/30/24 | 5:13AM PST ]