After you file

xmasbaby0 · ‎April 8, 2022

The tax law changed for 2021 tax returns. You can get the child tax credit for a child who was younger than 18 at the end of 2021. Check the date of birth you entered for your child.

From the IRS:

Q C1. What is the amount of the Child Tax Credit for 2021? (updated March 8, 2022)

A1. For tax year 2021, the Child Tax Credit increased from $2,000 per qualifying child to:

$3,600 for children ages 5 and under at the end of 2021; and
$3,000 for children ages 6 through 17 at the end of 2021.

Note: The $500 nonrefundable Credit for Other Dependents amount has not changed. For more information about the Credit for Other Dependents, see IRS Schedule 8812 (Form 1040), Credits for Qualifying Children and Other Dependents.

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