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posted Jun 3, 2019 1:42:49 PM

I went through a divorce in 2018 in October, but I provided for my spouse up until August 20, 2018 how do I file my taxes now and can I claim him as a dependent?

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Level 15
Jun 3, 2019 1:42:50 PM

You file using Single filing status, unless you have a child living with you and qualify for Head of Household.

You cannot claim your ex-spouse as a dependent. Since he is now unrelated, he would have had to live with you all year to be a dependent (in addition to the income and support rules).

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Level 15
Jun 3, 2019 1:42:50 PM

You file using Single filing status, unless you have a child living with you and qualify for Head of Household.

You cannot claim your ex-spouse as a dependent. Since he is now unrelated, he would have had to live with you all year to be a dependent (in addition to the income and support rules).