How to fill wife SSN when filing tax in mail

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March 22, 2020
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My wife applied for SSN but it may not arrive before the tax filing deadline. In that case, I can not file electronically. But when I file through mail, how to fill her SSN or how to explain the situation to IRS?

VictoriaD75

Level 12

You have two options:

Fill in NRA (nonresident alien) in the social security number section of the return and paper file.
Wait until the SSN is received, update your return, and file.

The filing deadline has been extended to July 15, 2020 for 2019 tax returns. You may also file an extension, which gives you until October 15, 2020 to file.

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snorkeleddyAuthor

Level 2

I am a US citizen. I am applying green card and SSN for my wife. SSN can take up to 7 months. I found this on IRS website.

f your spouse is a nonresident alien and you file a joint or separate return, your spouse must have either a Social Security Number (SSN) or an Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN). To get an SSN for your spouse, apply at a social security office or U.S. consulate. You must complete Form SS-5