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Can I claim a child that is diagnosed as developmentally delayed and qualifies for SSI on my taxes?

 
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HelenC12
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Can I claim a child that is diagnosed as developmentally delayed and qualifies for SSI on my taxes?

Generally yes. There is no age limit for permanently and totally disabled children however there are other requirements that need to be met. In TurboTax, add the child as a dependent. TurboTax will ask a series of questions to make sure you can claim them. 

 

Additional information: You may claim a child, relative, friend, or fiancé (etc.) as a dependent on your 2020 taxes as long as they meet the following requirements:

 

Qualifying child

  • They're related to you.
  • They aren't claimed as a dependent by someone else.
  • They're a U.S. citizen, resident alien, national, or a Canadian or Mexican resident.
  • They aren’t filing a joint return with their spouse.
  • They're under the age of 19 (or 24 for full-time students).
    • No age limit for permanently and totally disabled children.
  • They lived with you for more than half the year (exceptions apply).
  • They didn't provide more than half of their own support for the year.

Qualifying relative

  • They don't have to be related to you (despite the name).
  • They aren't claimed as a dependent by someone else.
  • They're a U.S. citizen, resident alien, national, or a Canadian or Mexican resident.
  • They aren’t filing a joint return with their spouse.
  • They lived with you the entire year.
  • They made less than $4,300 in 2020.
  • You provided more than half of their financial support.

Related information: Do I need to report my dependent's SSA-1099 on my return?

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