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posted Feb 15, 2024 12:24:28 AM

Can I add my child as dependent even if he's not living in USA?

I am a non resident (I have a Temporary Protected Status), My wife and kids are not in the US

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Feb 15, 2024 6:19:08 AM

You can't claim a person as a dependent unless that person is a U.S. citizen, U.S. resident alien, U.S. national, or a resident of Canada or Mexico.

Rules for Claiming a Dependent