Can I claim the child dependent tax credit if my child is from a previous relationship that lives with me and I paid the daycare. filing married filing separate

Yes, provided they are listed as your dependent, and they are your biological or adopted child.

• You can Chide & Other Dependent Care Credit.
• And you can apply for the Dependent Care Credit.

 

To post the Chide & Other Dependent Care Credit.

1. Log into TurboTax
2. Under Federal 
3. Select Deductions & Credits
4. Scroll down to You and your Family
5. On the Drop Down select Child and Other Dependent Tax Credits
6. Follow the interview.

To post the Dependent Care Credit.

1. Log into TurboTax
2. Under Federal 
3. Select Deductions & Credits
4. Scroll down to You and your Family
5. On the Drop Down select Dependent care Credits
6. Follow the interview.