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Can i file injured spouse with my taxes to speed up the process?

Ab1974 — Sun, 29 Mar 2020 12:01:28 GMT

Just wondering if there is any way to prevent or speed up injured spouse?

Re: Can i file injured spouse with my taxes to speed up the process?

AnnetteB6 — Sun, 29 Mar 2020 12:21:35 GMT

Here is the guidance given by the IRS with regard to the processing time for Form 8379 Injured Spouse:

Generally, if you file Form 8379 with a joint return on paper, the time needed to process it is about 14 weeks (11 weeks if filed electronically). If you file Form 8379 by itself after a joint return has been processed, the time needed is about 8 weeks.

This statement suggests that the faster processing time is when the Form 8379 is filed on its own after the joint return has been processed.

Re: Can i file injured spouse with my taxes to speed up the process?

Ab1974 — Sun, 29 Mar 2020 14:36:57 GMT

I thought so. But shot in the dark anyway 🙂 thanks for your response