My spouse is active-duty military stationed overseas and domiciled in Alabama. I’m a civilian in NYC. We file jointly. Can I file state taxes under AL per SCRA?

[duyennt09-sic]

Under the SCRA, a Military Spouse Can Select the Husband’s (or Wife’s) Domicile for State Income Tax

[DaveF1006 · Accepted solution]

You can file as an Alabama resident and as a New York non-resident under the Veterans Auto and Education Improvement Act of 2022. This act expanded SCRA/MSRRA starting with tax year 2023. You may file jointly.

[duyennt09-sic]

thank you. this info is really helpful

because of this, I will have to amend last year tax to AL instead of NYC. when I clicked on 'Amend (change) 2024 return', it did not show up options for me so I was not able to continue. Do you have any recommendation?  

[DaveF1006]

To clarify, did you select any of those icons that appear such as "changing other info on my return"? That should allow you to continue.

[duyennt09-sic]

my screen did not show up any options after I clicked Amend 2024. I read some reviews they said that I have to download software, can't amend online

[RogerD1]

Yes, it is very likely that you will need to used the download version of TurboTax in order to amend your prior year return.

You can follow the instructions at this link:  How do I amend my tax return for a prior year?