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posted Jun 1, 2019 12:29:58 AM

Am I suppose to add my mother's social security number when filing as a dependent?

My brother and I have both filed on Turbotax. My brother (22) had to input my mother's social security number, I, (17) however, did not see where to insert her information. Is there something that I did wrong?

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Expert Alumni
Jun 1, 2019 12:30:20 AM

No, you do not include the social security number of the person that claimed (or will claim) you as a dependent.  You simply answer yes to the question: Can someone else claim you as a dependent?  in the "My Info" section of the step by step interview.

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Level 15
Jun 1, 2019 12:30:00 AM

Did your brother claim your mom as his dependent by mistake?

New Member
Jun 1, 2019 12:30:03 AM

I don't think so?

Level 15
Jun 1, 2019 12:30:05 AM

I cannot think of a reason why your brother would need Mom's SSN on his return.

New Member
Jun 1, 2019 12:30:07 AM

I called my mom and she was confused too, maybe he filed something different?

Level 15
Jun 1, 2019 12:30:09 AM

Did he have to fill out papers for school financial aid?

New Member
Jun 1, 2019 12:30:15 AM

Yes he was in college last year

Level 15
Jun 1, 2019 12:30:16 AM

He was likely working on his FAFSA forms.

Level 15
Jun 1, 2019 12:30:18 AM

No worries for you.. you do not need Mom's SSN for your return.

Expert Alumni
Jun 1, 2019 12:30:20 AM

No, you do not include the social security number of the person that claimed (or will claim) you as a dependent.  You simply answer yes to the question: Can someone else claim you as a dependent?  in the "My Info" section of the step by step interview.

Level 15
Jun 1, 2019 12:30:21 AM

If the dependent has unearned income is subject to form 8615 (kiddie tax) then the parents SSN is required.

Level 15
Jun 1, 2019 12:30:23 AM

Just thought of that--glad you did too.