DianeW777
Expert Alumni

After you file

You should enter the number 1 beside each of you because your child is a qualifying child to each of you.  The return will show only one child for the Child Tax Credit and the math will work out correctly.  I tested it to be sure. 

 

It's important to use the IRS letter 6419 to enter the information to eliminate potential delays. 

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