Child tax credit

[Courbois3]

I am single and unemployed with medical disability for myself. I have a daughter who is my dependent with me is primary care taker. Time spent with dad tho. Is there a child tax credit and can I receive it since I am unemployed?

[SwapnaM]

You must have earned income of at least $2,500 to be eligible for the child tax credit.

The IRS defines earned income as:

• Taxable income you earned as an employee, such as wages, salaries, commissions, and tips
• Profits from operating your business or farm
• Long-term disability pay, if received before the minimum retirement age
• Union strike benefits

Workers' comp, unemployment, and pensions don't count as earned income.

@Courbois3 Thanks for the question!!