Free E-file US taxes if spouse is non-resident alien

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I have a special situation in that I am a US citizen but my spouse is a non-resident alien, and I myself also live overseas. So far I have only found that HR Block Taxes for Expats lets me e-file married filing separately when my spouse has no ITIN/SSN. Turbo tax made me enter an ITIN/SSN to e-file. I was wondering if there is anyone knows of a free e-file software that doesn't require an NRA spouse to enter their ITIN/SSN?
Thanks in advance,
Philip

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Social Security Number
If your spouse is a nonresident alien and you file a joint or separate
return, your spouse must have either a Social Security Number (SSN) or
an Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN). To get an SSN for
your spouse, apply at a social security office or U.S. consulate. You
must complete Form SS-5. You must also provide original or certified
copies of documents to verify your spouse's age, identity, and
citizenship. If your spouse is not eligible to get an SSN, he or she
can file Form W-7 with the IRS to apply for an ITIN. Refer to
Taxpayer Identification Numbers (TIN) for more information.

https://www.irs.gov/individuals/international-taxpayers/nonresident-alien-spouse

Free E-file US taxes if spouse is non-resident alien

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