Recently married couple before Dec. 31. Both sets of in-laws claiming their child as dependents, so couple unable to file jointly. Only one party had income and will file as married filing separately. Does the spouse with $0 income still need to file a return?
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Based on what you state, there doesn't appear to be a requirement for the spouse with no income to file.
As a married dependent, you're required to file a return if any of the following apply. (WARNING: These are Tax Year 2017 amounts. For subsequent year amounts, please see Table 1-2 referenced in the link below.)
For more information, see Table 1-2, 20XX Filing Requirements for Dependents, in IRS Publication 17, Your Federal Income Tax for Individuals.
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Based on what you state, there doesn't appear to be a requirement for the spouse with no income to file.
As a married dependent, you're required to file a return if any of the following apply. (WARNING: These are Tax Year 2017 amounts. For subsequent year amounts, please see Table 1-2 referenced in the link below.)
For more information, see Table 1-2, 20XX Filing Requirements for Dependents, in IRS Publication 17, Your Federal Income Tax for Individuals.
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