Can I file a dependent while getting SSI

harmonie1 · ‎January 17, 2023

DoninGA · ‎January 18, 2023

To be eligible for the Child Tax Credit in tax year 2022 you must have at least $2,500 of earned income. The SSI you receive is not earned income. If the SSI is your only income for 2022 there is no need to file a 2022 tax return, with or without a dependent.

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DoninGA · ‎January 18, 2023

To be eligible for the Child Tax Credit in tax year 2022 you must have at least $2,500 of earned income. The SSI you receive is not earned income. If the SSI is your only income for 2022 there is no need to file a 2022 tax return, with or without a dependent.