Can I claim the child dependent tax credit if my child is from a previous relationship that lives with me and I paid the daycare. filing married filing separate

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Can I claim the child dependent tax credit if my child is from a previous relationship that lives with me and I paid the daycare. filing married filing separate

Yes, provided they are listed as your dependent, and they are your biological or adopted child.

You can Chide & Other Dependent Care Credit.
And you can apply for the Dependent Care Credit.

To post the Chide & Other Dependent Care Credit.

Log into TurboTax
Under Federal
Select Deductions & Credits
Scroll down to You and your Family
On the Drop Down select Child and Other Dependent Tax Credits
Follow the interview.

To post the Dependent Care Credit.

Log into TurboTax
Under Federal
Select Deductions & Credits
Scroll down to You and your Family
On the Drop Down select Dependent care Credits
Follow the interview.

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