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Dependents are either a qualifying child or a qualifying relative of the taxpayer.
A cousin doesn't meet the relationship test, so they must have resided with you for the entire year and be considered a U.S. resident to qualify as a dependent.
The person must be a U.S. citizen, a U.S. national, U.S. resident, or a resident of Canada or Mexico.
Here's a checklist for determining whether your parent (or other relative) qualifies.
If the person doesn't have a Social Security number, they must have or be able to apply for an ITIN.
See this TurboTax tips article for more information.
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