Filing Form 8332 online

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November 16, 2022
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I am recently divorced and my ex spouse signed two Form 8332 (one for each of my 2 dependents) starting with tax year 2022. Since I file my return online via turbotax, how do I include two Form 8332 as proof that I have rights to claim the exemption for both of my dependents? I have not seen an option for Form 8332 in the turbotax software.

For 2022, I will file as "Head of Household" and have 2 Form 8332 in hard copy, both signed by my ex spouse. Please advise how I include Form 8332 with the return.

jeffvikings

Employee Tax Expert

No, The Form 8332 can't be e-filed. The non-custodial parent must have signed the form and then mail it to the IRS along with the transmittal Form 8453 within 3 business days from the date the return is accepted. The 1040 income tax return can still be e-filed. On the 8453 you simply check the box Form 8332, Release/Revocation of Release of Claim to Exemption for Child by Custodial Parent.

The forms should be mailed to:

Internal Revenue Service
Attn: Shipping and Receiving, 0254
Receipt and Control Branch
Austin, TX 73344-0254

I hope that helps.

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davmill1015Author

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Hello and thanks for the reply. A few follow up questions if OK?

Can you clarify what "mail it to the IRS along with the transmittal Form 8453 within 3 business days." means exactly? Does this mean within 3 days of filing my 2022 return? Meaning, if I e-file my 2022 return on April 15th I should send form 8453 and 8332 by mail no later than April 18th for example?
Please clarify the advice "The non-custodial parent must have signed the form " as Form 8332 does NOT have a signature line for the non-custodial parent, there is only a signature line for the custodial. My ex spouse signed two Form 8332s (one for each of my two dependents) granting me permission to claim the exemptions as the non-custodial parent as part of our divorce agreement. Can you please clarify/advise on the non-custodial signature requirement as I do not see that option on the form.

Thank you very much!