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posted Jun 3, 2019 4:31:43 PM

How would I file my 2018 taxes if my spouse did not work at all

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Level 15
Jun 3, 2019 4:31:45 PM

Married filing joint. There is absolutely no requirement for both of you to have worked.

Level 15
Jun 3, 2019 4:31:46 PM

A spouse is never a dependent.  You just file a Joint return.  

Level 15
Jun 3, 2019 4:31:52 PM

You would want to file a Married Filing Jointly even if one spouse has little or no income.  You will receive the highest Standard Deduction of $24,000 if under age 65.