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If my refund has been approved does that mean no one else has claimed my dependants?

Maybe, but not necessarily.  The first person who claims a dependent prevents all succeeding claims with the same dependent's social security number from efiling- but they can still mail the return.  The IRS processes the tax returns as they are received and do not hold refunds unless there are specific reasons.  Usually if a dependent is claimed by more than one person, the IRS sends an official "friendly reminder" to both people who claimed that allows one to amend and/or provide the proof so that an official decision can be made.  If you get this request, respond immediately.

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If my refund has been approved does that mean no one else has claimed my dependants?

Maybe, but not necessarily.  The first person who claims a dependent prevents all succeeding claims with the same dependent's social security number from efiling- but they can still mail the return.  The IRS processes the tax returns as they are received and do not hold refunds unless there are specific reasons.  Usually if a dependent is claimed by more than one person, the IRS sends an official "friendly reminder" to both people who claimed that allows one to amend and/or provide the proof so that an official decision can be made.  If you get this request, respond immediately.

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**Mark the post that answers your question by clicking on "Mark as Best Answer"

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