Can I file as Married filing Jointly or Separately, if my wife has not entered US.
Hi David,
I thought I'd post in this topic because I have a case similar to that of Balajinaik. However the website doesn't let me continue in his post, so I have to start a new Thread.
I have been on an H1B visa through 2006 and will be filing as a resident alien.
I got married in India in Dec 2006.My wife has yet to enter the US and intends to do so
Only in December 07 (on an h4).
q1) I would like to know if I am allowed to file as Married (Jointly or separately)?
q2) From previous posts I have a fair a idea that I will have to apply for an ITIN (via W-7)
While filing my tax return. However the W7 (6d) ask for "Entry date in US"; which she obviously does not have. Can it be left blank ?
q3) She has income for 2006 earned in India. Will I have to add it in my return (if we are filing jointly)?
q4) Is there any benefit or downside to filing "married filing separately" for my case ?
Thank you for your time.
Regards,
Vik