No, if you decide to file separately, you do not need to apply for an ITIN for her. However, you will not be able to e-file.
When you file separately, you only need to report your own income and deductions. You do not need to report her portion.
- In the TurboTax program, as you enter the information, leave the SSN space blank
- After you complete entering all the required information, print out returns and required forms. Enter “NRA” in the space for Spouse's identifying number. ( NRA stands for Nonresident Alien) Do not leave the space blank.
- Submit all the forms and required documents to IRS based on the instructions on your print-out.
To see the differences between jointly and separately, click here: Jointly vs Separately.
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