What is the definition of Qualifying Surving Spouse? I want to know if I am qualified for this deduction?

[jgeh44]

Could I qualify for standard deduction as Surviving Spouse?

[DoninGA]

If you spouse passed away in 2021 and you have a qualifying child as a dependent on your 2022 tax return then your filing status would be Surviving Spouse.  The standard deduction is available for all taxpayers regardless of the filing status.

[JosephS1]

The following is an excerpt from the IRS guidance on what qualifies for Who is a qualifying widower:

If you qualify as per the above excerpt, you may file for multiple years as a qualifying widower.

Filing Status

@jgeh44 

[TorBe]

According to the IRS, I am a Qualifying Surviving Spouse for two years after the death of my husband. Why does TurboTax keep filing as Single?

[KrisD15]

Do you have a dependent child? 

What was the year of passing? 

HERE is an IRS link with more information. 

[TorBe]

Apparently, I'm too old to be a (QSS)..

[KrisD15]

There is no age restrictions. 

[TorBe]

Thanks