I am filing jointly with my wife. She has an ITIN but no SSN. My return was rejected when I tried to e-file. Can I e-file if she has an ITIN?

[HelenaC]

What is your reject error message?

[stashiro]

The name or Social Security number for the second taxpayer (spouse) doesn't match IRS records

[HelenaC]

Ok, so it's probably her name not ITIN.  Try various combinations of her last name. Perhaps her middle name is her last name plus her last name. For example Mary Jane Doe. The IRS records may have Jane Doe instead of Doe.

[HelenaC]

Yes, TurboTax and the e-file system accept ITIN.

• When prompted for your Social Security number, simply enter your ITIN instead.
• Because it's in the same 9-digit format as a Social Security number, you will be able to enter it without any problems.

Related Information:

• How do I get an Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN)?
• How do I file with a W-7?