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Why do you need my husbands SSN if we are filing separately?

jlawvere18 — Mon, 09 Mar 2026 05:35:01 GMT

Re: Why do you need my husbands SSN if we are filing separately?

cwieman — Sat, 19 Feb 2022 18:30:15 GMT

To check that he doesn't claim you as a dependent or any relationship that would cause you to be liable for his taxes. It's for your safety.

Re: Why do you need my husbands SSN if we are filing separately?

DoninGA — Sat, 19 Feb 2022 18:32:42 GMT

The TAX CODE requires that you enter the spouse's name and Social Security number on your tax return when filing as Married Filing Separately.

Re: Why do you need my husbands SSN if we are filing separately?

macuser_22 — Sat, 19 Feb 2022 18:48:54 GMT

When filing separately, if one spouse itemized then both must itemize even if there is nothing to itemize - that spouse cannot take the standard deduction. The SSN is requires so the spouses tax return can be checked to be sure the law is complied with.