reyuna132
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Most beneficial for spouse living/working outside US - filing separate or jointly?

I married a Canadian last year. I live and work in the US, he lives and works in Canada. We have no children/dependents. I know it depends on the specifics, but generally speaking would it be more beneficial for us to file separately or jointly? He has a regular full time job, I work part time and freelance. Would he have to use the same filing status when filing Canadian taxes?