What should I put as my spouses income if we are separated and I don't have that information?

[ericancr]

My common-law spouse and I separated in early 2016.  I am filing my tax return separately, and have indicated my new marital status, but it still asks me for information about my spouse, including his income reported on his 2016 return.  I do not have this information. what am I supposed to do?

[NicoleU]

If you can't find out what it is, then enter zero. It won't matter unless you live in a community property state. Income allocation is only really required in community states.  Community property states are: Arizona, California, Idaho, Louisiana, Nevada, New Mexico, Texas, Washington, and Wisconsin.

If you do live in a community property state, and there is an issue with your filing, the IRS (and/or state) will notify you of any adjustments (if needed) once your spouse has filed.

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