Name change on SSN in 2017 - which name do I use for 2016?

[shortycakes123]

I changed the last name on my Social Security to my new married name this year. Will that affect which name I use for 2016?

[Critter]

You must use the name that is on the SS  card currently no matter what name is on your reporting forms like a W-2. 

[Kadian]

You must use the name that is currently on your Social Security Card. 

[BobB7]

But if you changed it very recently, the IRS may not yet have it.  So file with your married name.  If it doesn't work you will get a very prompt reject notice and then use your maiden name and refile.