No, you may NOT claim her as a dependent. However, you CAN file jointly with her, which is
MUCH better because, in addition to her personal exemption, your standard deduction DOUBLES from $5,150 to $10,300.
You will need to fill out Form W-7 and send it with your tax return to aplly for her Individual Tax ID Number (ITIN).
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