Yes - you can make the first year choice and then make the choice to jointly file as resident aliens for 2017. You can use TurboTax to prepare your return but you will need to print out the return and attach it to your W-7 filing (for your spouse's ITIN.)
When you file in 2017, a statement, signed by
both spouses will need to be attached to your joint return for the first tax year for which the
both choices apply.
If you need to wait until after the first filing due date and your spouse does not have an ITIN, you will want to file an extension (Form 4868). You will need to
mail in your extension (Form 4868) (You will not be able to efile your
extension.)
Since you will be applying for an ITIN, write “ITIN TO BE REQUESTED” on the
extension form where her Social Security Number is required.
Here is a link to
IRS for Form 4868, it
includes the mailing address for filing your 4868.
Additional information for your state income tax
filing (if your state has an income tax filing requirement:(
Although many states
give an automatic extension when you file the federal extension Form 4868, you may want
to check with your State
Department of Revenue Contacts to make sure that your state doesn't
have a separate state extension filing.
Click here for IRS
website ITIN - Frequently Asked
Questions
Click
this link for more information from the IRS on US Tax Guide for Aliens
