My spouse dosn't live in US, has no income in US and we have been living apart in all year 2016. How should I do for Community property if I file married seperately? Than

[bine22]

is your spouse a US citizen or permanent resident?

[Jo2]

My spouse is non resident alien. Thanks!

[kirbyglad]

"community property" is not usually a term that applies in income taxes, unless you are selling the property and realizing income from that.

Filing "jointly" has nothing to do with whether you are living together, it only has to do with which form and which tax rules you want to use. You should do what will give you the lowest overall tax rate. The way to know which is better for you is to complete a joint return in TurboTax, then create two individual returns, and see which way gives you the lowest overall tax.

[Jo2]

Very helpful! Thank you!

[bine22]

community property very much affects taxes in a community property state.