Child Tax Credit for non-resident parent

I am a US non-resident alien for both tax and immigration status. I am living outside the US with my child, who is a US citizen. Since I have interest income from US banks, I have to file a tax return.

Can I still claim the Child Tax Credit if my child lived with me for the whole year of 2024?

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No. Unless you have earned income from actively working, you will be unable to claim the child tax credit strictly on bank interest or other unearned income.

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