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January 22, 2021
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My spouse died in October 2017. Do I continue to file as WIDOW or am I to file SINGLE?

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My spouse died in October 2017. Do I continue to file as WIDOW or am I to file SINGLE?
Best answer by bluedeb

You can file a Single now, Qualifying Widow (or Qualifying Widower) is a filing status that allows you to retain the benefits of the Married Filing Jointly status for two years after the year of your spouse's death. You must have a dependent child in order to file as a Qualifying Widow or Widower.

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January 22, 2021

You can file a Single now, Qualifying Widow (or Qualifying Widower) is a filing status that allows you to retain the benefits of the Married Filing Jointly status for two years after the year of your spouse's death. You must have a dependent child in order to file as a Qualifying Widow or Widower.