In most cases it is better for a married couple to choose
Married Filing Jointly filing status, even if one spouse had little or no
income. This allows you the possibility of claiming several tax credits that
are disallowed to Married Filing Separately filers. In addition, you benefit
from the higher $12,600 Standard Deduction and both (your and your husband's)
$4,050 Personal Exemptions.
Your question does not make clear whether your husband is a
resident alien or non-resident alien. If he is a resident alien, you may use
Married Filing Jointly status, by right. If your husband is a non-resident alien, you may
choose to take advantage of Married Filing Jointly status, but certain
conditions apply. More detail can be obtained here: IRS
Guidance on Filing with Nonresident Spouse.
If your husband is a non-resident alien, you will have to file your
completed tax return by mail, using the address indicated in the Form 1040 instructions that will print with your return. You must also include a written
statement signed by both of you, declaring that one spouse was a nonresident
alien and the other spouse a U.S. citizen or resident alien on the last day of
your tax year, and that he chooses to be treated as U.S. resident for the
entire tax year.
