Child Tax Credit

[KochuK]

Hi mark101929,

There is no specific question posted. I enclose the "2021 Child Tax Credit and Advance Child Tax Credit Payments Frequently Asked Questions" from IRS for your information.

https://www.irs.gov/credits-deductions/2021-child-tax-credit-and-advance-child-tax-credit-payments-f...

Hope this helps.

[mark101929]

As an American retired in the Philippines and drawing SS will I be able to receive the entire 3,000 credit when I file my return for 2021. I will have no tax liability. This was my second post...

[KochuK · Accepted solution]

Please refer to the link posted earlier - Topic B, question 3 (Q B3) for the definition of a "qualifying child" and Q B4 for SSN requirement.

Tax Year 2021 child tax credit ($3,000 for a qualifying child age 6 thru 17; $3,600 for age 5 and under) is fully refundable even there is no tax liability.

TurboTax Online is available now for you to log in, go through the dependent questions, and find out if you will receive the full $3,000 child tax credit.