Is it better to file jointly if my spouse is unemployed and not collecting unemployment

[jj4236]

No dependents.

[xmasbaby0 · Accepted solution]

Yes. Married Filing Jointly is usually better, even if one spouse had little or no income. When you file a joint return, you and your spouse will each receive the $4000 personal exemption, plus the married filing jointly standard deduction of $12,600 (add $1250 for each spouse over the age of 65).  You are eligible for more credits including education credits, earned income credit, child and dependent care credit, and a larger income limit to receive the child tax credit.

[Wraafat]

Does she need to have itin to submit tax jointly? How can i get itin in this case while she never worked in states before? What is required document?