How do I change primary filed on tax return? My husband George died in 2020. Our joint return for 2019 was rejected by IR S and so far still has not been accepted.

psj0912 · ‎March 9, 2021

Can I change filing status to widowed filing single?

JotikaT2 · ‎March 9, 2021

Did you file your 2019 tax return by mail then?

If so, you may need to enter $0 for the Adjusted Gross Income (AGI) amount as the tax return may not have been processed yet.

This may be the reason for the rejection.

You can still file as Married Filing Jointly since he passed away in 2020 so I recommend keeping that filing status as it is more beneficial tax wise.

I am so sorry for your loss.

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SNORKEL12 · ‎March 9, 2021

There is a place to put your husband's date of death on your 2020 return. It's 1/2 way down on his personal worksheet. I'm sorry for your loss.

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How do I change primary filed on tax return? My husband George died in 2020. Our joint return for 2019 was rejected by IR S and so far still has not been accepted.