LenaH
Employee Tax Expert

Deductions & credits

The IRS is looking for a statement with proof of residency that the child lives in the same home as you for more than half the year. 

 

The letter must show:

  • The name of the child's parent or guardian.
    • The child's home address. The address must match yours.
    • Dates when the child lived with you.

If your employer cannot provide you a letter, they ask you to send us copies of:

  • School, medical or social services records.
  • Letters on official letterhead from a:
    • School
    • Healthcare or medical provider
    • Social service agency
    • Placement agency official
    • Indian tribal official
    • Landlord or property manager
    • Church, synagogue, mosque or other place of worship

Please see the IRS link What to Do if We Audit Your Claim.

 

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