Turbotax asking for my ex wife information

[Danielbassvino]

I'm filling out previous years' taxes (2023), and TurboTax asks me for personal information about my ex-wife that I don't have access to anymore since we don't have any contact now. is it impossible to do it without that information? because the person is just not willing to cooperate with me.

[SharonD007]

Were you still married in 2023? Are you using a TurboTax account that you shared with your ex-wife? Please clarify so we may help you.

[Danielbassvino]

Thanks for replying. Yes we were married at the time and no this is actually my first time using turbotax. She is just not willing to give me any information.

[AmyC]

Since you are not the first, let's go through the steps you must take.

Step 1: text or email to spouse asking for their w2 info. Keep a screenshot as proof of their lack of compliance. You have shown good faith effort.

Step 2: consider filing form 8857 - request for innocent spouse relief so that you are taxed solely on your income. See What's an innocent spouse and how does it differ from an injured spouse?

Step 3: file a paper return using your income  if you are filing innocent spouse (if not,  you can try to estimate their income  or just file based on yours) and attach a statement of disclosure.

• Explain you are a resident of a community property state
• Spouse has refused to provide income documentation
• State that you are reporting your income to the best of your ability.