My son is 18 in high school, made $159 and had $0 withheld. I am claiming him as a dependent. Based on the amount does he need to file his own tax return?
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MargaretL
Expert Alumni
Jun 4, 2019 1:30:17 PM
No, your son is not required to file his own tax return. He will not receive anything back since he had zero tax withheld. You are not reporting his $159 either. Your dependent's earnings are never reported on your tax return.
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MargaretL
Expert Alumni
Jun 4, 2019 1:30:17 PM
No, your son is not required to file his own tax return. He will not receive anything back since he had zero tax withheld. You are not reporting his $159 either. Your dependent's earnings are never reported on your tax return.