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I got married in October 2016. 1) can we file jointly 2) can we file jointly if my wife hasn't changed her last name yet?

 
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I got married in October 2016. 1) can we file jointly 2) can we file jointly if my wife hasn't changed her last name yet?

Yes, and Yes. Your wife should use the name that matches her social security records.

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I got married in October 2016. 1) can we file jointly 2) can we file jointly if my wife hasn't changed her last name yet?

Yes, and Yes. Your wife should use the name that matches her social security records.

I got married in October 2016. 1) can we file jointly 2) can we file jointly if my wife hasn't changed her last name yet?

Yes you can file jointly. You must file married either separately or jointly. She should enter whatever name is on her social security card.

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