No, you can't file as "Single" if you were legally married by
December 31, 2025.
You must choose between
- Married Filing Jointly (MFJ) or
- Married Filing Separately (MFS).
- If you file as single while you are married can lead to
- IRS penalties,
- Back taxes, and
- Denied credits.
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