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My son is 25, he lives in Germany and was a student in Germany for part of 2020. He does not work. Can I claim him?
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My son is 25, he lives in Germany and was a student in Germany for part of 2020. He does not work. Can I claim him?
Yes, you might be able to claim him as a qualifying relative if he meets these requirements:
- Have been a U.S. citizen or resident, or a resident of Canada or Mexico for at least part of the year
- Received less than $4,300 gross income (except nontaxable Social Security benefits) in 2020
- Received more than 50% of their support from you
- Not be claimed as a dependent by another taxpayer
- Not file a joint return with another taxpayer
Please see What is the $500 Credit for Other Dependents (“Family Tax Credit”)? for additional information.
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My son is 25, he lives in Germany and was a student in Germany for part of 2020. He does not work. Can I claim him?
Would he have to have been living in the U.S. at least part of the year? He lived in Germany the entire year except for a one week visit home.
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