Can I as the guardian/caregiver file for credit even if they're my dependents?

chapmandebra3 · ‎March 5, 2025

Can I claim childcare expenses to myself as the provider?

DoninGA · ‎March 5, 2025

No you cannot.

xmasbaby0 · ‎March 5, 2025

You cannot get the childcare credit for yourself as the provider of care to your own children. The childcare credit is used if you pay someone ELSE to take care of your child so you can go to work and earn W-2 or self-employment income.

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