Does the extension I already filed cover my dependent college student child if it turns out he will need to file a separate return? Should he file his own extension?

Our dependent student is listed on our prior returns. Unlike prior years, this year they've received direct disbursements of grant $ refunds, some of which may be taxable but we haven't been able to figure that out yet. Are they covered as a household member under the extension I already filed, or should we preemptively file a separate extension for them just in case we encounter complications with their filing status later on?

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Apr 17, 2023 3:06:00 PM

You want to file for the student as well. The extension for time to file is only for your return. Any money due is still due by the original deadline 4/18/2023. After that penalties and interest will begin to accrue.

You may want to claim the student as a dependent if you qualify for the education credit. A little taxable income to the student vs a big credit for you. You may want to look at another of my answers for help.

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Does the extension I already filed cover my dependent college student child if it turns out he will need to file a separate return? Should he file his own extension?