My 19 year old meets the criteria for being able to be claimed as my dependent. Do I have to claim them? I'd rather they file their return without being claimed.
If I don't claim my child, and they file a tax return, will they be eligible the 2020 stimulus checks?
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DanaB27
Expert Alumni
May 1, 2021 5:10:22 AM
If your son meets the requirements to be your dependent, then he will have to indicate that he can be claimed as a dependent on his own tax return, even if you decide to not claim him. You are not required to claim him.
Someone who can be claimed as a dependent cannot receive the stimulus payments.
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DanaB27
Expert Alumni
May 1, 2021 5:10:22 AM
If your son meets the requirements to be your dependent, then he will have to indicate that he can be claimed as a dependent on his own tax return, even if you decide to not claim him. You are not required to claim him.
Someone who can be claimed as a dependent cannot receive the stimulus payments.