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Dependent FAQ

Question: My 26-year-old is living with me. He works and made more than $4,300 in 2021. Can I claim him as a dependent?

Answer: No, because your child would not meet the age test, which says your “qualifying child” must be under age 19 or 24 if a full-time student for at least 5 months out of the year. To be considered a “qualifying relative”, his income must be less than $4,300 in 2021 ($4,300 in 2020 also).