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Glossary term
Married Filing Jointly (MFJ)
Filing status for married couples who file one tax return reporting both spouses' income.
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Definition
MFJ is generally the most favorable filing status for married couples because it provides wider bracket thresholds and the highest standard deduction. Both spouses are jointly and severally liable for the tax on the joint return.
Examples
- A married couple files MFJ for 2024 with combined income reported on one return.
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Translations
EScasados que presentan declaración conjunta
ZH已婚联合申报
DEEhegatten-Zusammenveranlagung
FRmarié déclarant conjointement
JA夫婦合算申告
Citations
26 U.S.C. · 6013
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- IRS: Filing statusVerified 2026-05-20
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