i married in september 2024. my husband is living in Canada. he files his own taxes in canada. Should i file my taxes single or marries filing separately?

[SabrinaD2]

Since you got married in 2024, you cannot file as "Single" for that tax year.

Here are your options:

Married Filing Jointly:

• You can choose to treat your nonresident alien spouse as a U.S. resident for tax purposes.
• File a joint return and report both your worldwide incomes.
• Attach a signed statement to your joint return declaring your choice.
• Your spouse will need an ITIN (Individual Taxpayer Identification Number). Submit Form W-7 to apply. Learn more and how to apply for an ITIN.

Married Filing Separately:

• File separately if you do not choose to treat your spouse as a U.S. resident.
• This option may result in a higher tax liability due to the loss of certain tax benefits - it depends, see here.