You shouldn't apply for an ITIN when you expect to receive a Social Security number. Instead, you should apply for (or wait for) that number. If you are waiting for the number, you can file an extension which extends your due date to October 15, 2025.
Alternately, you could file the return separately now and amend to joint later - but this is generally not recommended due to the lengthy processing time for amended returns.
Someone still waiting for the green card application to be processed (and not simply waiting for the SSN) is not presently eligible for the Social Security number, though, and can apply for an ITIN.
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