topic Re: Dependent in Deductions & credits

Dependent

VCP — Thu, 20 Feb 2020 18:29:19 GMT

My son is 41 years old. He lives with me and didn't earn any salary for 2019. I supported him 100%. Can I claim him as a dependent?

xmasbaby0 — Thu, 20 Feb 2020 18:43:44 GMT

CREDIT FOR OTHER DEPENDENTS

KatrinaB48 — Thu, 20 Feb 2020 18:49:40 GMT

If you meet all the qualifications below, then you can claim your son as a dependent.

Qualifying Relative Rules

They don't have to be related to you (despite the name).
They aren't claimed as a dependent by someone else.
They're a U.S. citizen, resident alien, national, or a Canadian or Mexican resident.
They aren’t filing a joint return with their spouse.
They lived with you the entire year.
They made less than $4,200 in 2019.
You provided more than half of their financial support.