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posted Jan 22, 2021 11:29:02 AM

My spouse died in October 2017. Do I continue to file as WIDOW or am I to file SINGLE?

My spouse died in October 2017. Do I continue to file as WIDOW or am I to file SINGLE?

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Level 15
Jan 22, 2021 11:34:24 AM

You can file a Single now, Qualifying Widow (or Qualifying Widower) is a filing status that allows you to retain the benefits of the Married Filing Jointly status for two years after the year of your spouse's death. You must have a dependent child in order to file as a Qualifying Widow or Widower.

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Level 15
Jan 22, 2021 11:34:24 AM

You can file a Single now, Qualifying Widow (or Qualifying Widower) is a filing status that allows you to retain the benefits of the Married Filing Jointly status for two years after the year of your spouse's death. You must have a dependent child in order to file as a Qualifying Widow or Widower.