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Can I deducted day care expenses for my child that does live with me half time but is claimed as a dependant by the other parent?

 
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Carl
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Can I deducted day care expenses for my child that does live with me half time but is claimed as a dependant by the other parent?

No. Only the parent who qualifies to claim the child as their dependent, can claim the child care tax credit for that child. It does not matter who paid for the child care either.

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