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Couryy
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March 14, 2022
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Form 1098

  • March 14, 2022
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Hello,

Can I claim my children's (dependents) education tax credit (form 1098- T) if my wife and I are married filing separately? 

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    Vanessa A
    Level 15
    March 14, 2022

    No, if you are married and file a separate return, you cannot claim any education credits. 

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    CouryyAuthor
    Level 2
    March 14, 2022

    My wife and I can't even claim ou kids' education tax credits or use our kids' form 1098- T at all? 

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    Vanessa A
    Level 15
    March 14, 2022

    Only if you would file a joint return.  When you file separate, the IRS specifically excludes certain tax credits.  The education credits are one of them. Others include the Earned Income Tax Credit and the Child and Dependent Care Credit. 

     

     

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