Yes, you will have to make an election to treat a nonresident spouse as a resident and file tax returns jointly. You will have to attach a statement to that effect.
You must file a joint income tax return for the year you make the choice (but you and your spouse can file joint or separate returns in later years).
Each spouse must report their entire worldwide income for the year you make the choice and for all later years unless the choice is ended or suspended.
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Nonresident Spouse
