How should I file if I'm separated but not legally separated? We live in two different states and were separated for all of 2018.

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If you are still legally married as of December 31, 2018, your only options to file are either as married filing separate or married joint.

See more information in the article below:

Tax Tips for Separated Couples - TurboTax Tax Tips & Videos - Intuit

If you have a child, step-child or foster child as a dependent that lives with you, then you might also qualify for Head of Household filing status.

**Disclaimer: This post is for discussion purposes only and is NOT tax advice. The author takes no responsibility for the accuracy of any information in this post.**

I mailed 2021 & 2022 returns separately, waited 10wks, IRS didn't get them. Sent them again USPS tracking shows delivered 5/13/24. IRS got 2021 but not 2022. Now what?

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How should I file if I'm separated but not legally separated? We live in two different states and were separated for all of 2018.