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How Long Can You Claim a Child as a Dependent on Your Taxes?

Age Requirements for Claiming a Child as a Dependent One of the most important factors in determining whether you can claim a child as a dependent on your tax return is their age. The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has specific guidelines regarding age requirements for dependents. Firstly, the child must be under the age of 19 at the end of…