The IRS has advised newly married individuals to review and update their tax information to avoid delays and complications when filing their 2025 income tax returns. Since an individual’s filing status for the entire year is based on marital status as of December 31, timely updates following marriage are essential for accurate reporting. Newlyweds should report any name changes to the Social Security Administration to ensure tax return details align with SSA records. They should also notify the IRS, their employer, and the U.S. Postal Service if their address has changed. To update their address with the IRS, Form 8822 may be submitted.
Additionally, the IRS has encouraged newly married individuals to reassess their tax withholding and submit an updated Form W-4 to their employer within ten days of marriage. The IRS Tax Withholding Estimator can help determine the correct withholding amount, especially when both spouses work or may be subject to the additional Medicare Tax. Married taxpayers can file jointly or separately, and comparing both options may help identify the more favorable outcome.
Tax Tip 2025-41
