Should I leave my 3 month old son off my tax return? I cannot get his social security number for 14 days. I want to file as soon as possible.

taxpaying2019 · ‎April 1, 2020

DavidD66 · ‎April 1, 2020

If you want to claim your son as a dependent, you should wait until you have his social security number. If you file without claiming him, you will have to file an amended return later in order to do so. You won't be able to e-file the amended return, you will have to print and mail it.

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fanfare · ‎April 1, 2020

Don't leave your son off in any case.

In this case, leaving him off will cost you a $500 stimulus payment.

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Should I leave my 3 month old son off my tax return? I cannot get his social security number for 14 days. I want to file as soon as possible.