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It depends. Since you are not related to them, it is possible that you may claim them, depending on the circumstances.
If they are foster children (placed in your home by the courts), and they were with you for more than 6 months out of the year, then they receive the same treatment as if they were your children. You may be able to claim all benefits, including Head of Household, Child Tax Credit, and Earned Income Credit. See this FAQ with more information: https://ttlc.intuit.com/replies/4835245
If they share no blood relationship with you and are not foster children, you may be able to claim them as dependents for limited benefits if :
Please see this FAQ with more information: https://ttlc.intuit.com/replies/3288503
It depends. Since you are not related to them, it is possible that you may claim them, depending on the circumstances.
If they are foster children (placed in your home by the courts), and they were with you for more than 6 months out of the year, then they receive the same treatment as if they were your children. You may be able to claim all benefits, including Head of Household, Child Tax Credit, and Earned Income Credit. See this FAQ with more information: https://ttlc.intuit.com/replies/4835245
If they share no blood relationship with you and are not foster children, you may be able to claim them as dependents for limited benefits if :
Please see this FAQ with more information: https://ttlc.intuit.com/replies/3288503
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