KrisD15
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Deductions & credits

Yes, your parent does not need to be a US Citizen if they are a resident of Mexico (or Canada).

 

An individual must meet all 4 of these requirements in order to be considered your Qualifying Relative:

 

                This person can’t be a qualifying child to you or anyone else.

                This person must have lived with you OR be a relative of yours. (Parent)

                This person must have gross income of less than $4,300

                This person must have gotten more than half their support from you.

 

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