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Level 1
posted Oct 25, 2023 3:50:26 PM

Rules for Claiming a Dependent on Your Tax Return

Hi, can I claim my 16-year-old brother on my taxes? I support my mother and him 100 percent.

Thanks so much!

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Employee Tax Expert
Oct 25, 2023 3:56:58 PM

Hello:

Yes, you can claim your brother.   He is a qualifying relative - the following excerpts also apply:

  • Are they a citizen or resident? 
  • Are you the only person claiming them as a dependent? 
  • Are they filing a joint return? 

Please review the full details in this link to confirm all is met:  https://turbotax.intuit.com/tax-tips/family/rules-for-claiming-a-dependent-on-your-tax-return/L8LODbx94 

Level 5
Oct 25, 2023 4:00:12 PM

Hi Gs02rosa,

 

The answer could be yes as a "Qualifying Relative" as long as you provide more than 50% of their support, they live under your roof for more than half the year, that you cannot be claimed as a dependent by someone else and a myriad of other potential factors.

 

Read further under "Qualifying Relatives":

 

https://turbotax.intuit.com/tax-tips/family/rules-for-claiming-a-dependent-on-your-tax-return/L8LODbx94