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  • Understanding Dependents and Tax Filing
    • Can You Claim Your Spouse as a Dependent?
      • Filing Status Options
        • Married Filing Jointly
          • Married Filing Separately
          • Historical Context
            • Tax Benefits for Married Couples
              • Special Circumstances
                • Non-Resident Alien Spouse
                  • Deceased Spouse
                  • Common Misconceptions
                    • Recommendations

                      Can You Claim Your Spouse as a Dependent on Your Taxes?

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                      2.6 minute read
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                      A couple reviewing tax documents together at a kitchen table, surrounded by paperwork and a laptop.
                      Published January 25, 2025
                      Last Updated May 29, 2025
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                      2.6 minute read

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