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    Jun 23, 2010, 07:58 PM
    My wife is a non resident alien. Do we file jointly or separately
    What is the best way to file 2009 taxes for my non resident wife. She currently live in argentina and I am living in the states for work? Does she need a ITIN?
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    Jun 24, 2010, 11:00 AM
    More than likely, filing jointly is the best option for you, but, to know for sure, I would need to know what YOU make and what she makes in Argentina.

    She WILL need an ITIN if you file jointly. That is applied for with Form W-7 WITH the annual tax return.
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