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Level 2
posted Jan 26, 2022 2:48:48 PM

Divorce Final 1/5/21

Do I still have to file taxes as married but separate having only been legally married 5 days?

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Expert Alumni
Jan 26, 2022 2:52:32 PM

You file your taxes based on your status as of 12/31.  So, if you were divorced on 1/5/21 and did not remarry before 12/31 then you file as Single or Head of Household, whichever is more appropriate for you.

 

Please see What is my tax filing status (single, married, etc.)? for more information.

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Expert Alumni
Jan 26, 2022 2:52:32 PM

You file your taxes based on your status as of 12/31.  So, if you were divorced on 1/5/21 and did not remarry before 12/31 then you file as Single or Head of Household, whichever is more appropriate for you.

 

Please see What is my tax filing status (single, married, etc.)? for more information.