Why is Turbo Tax applying the Child Tax Credit when I am not eligible for it

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March 22, 2025
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I have 1 dependent who was 18 at the end of 2024 so is not eligible for the child tax credit. Turbo Tax is applying $500 for the child tax credit and I can't seem to find a way to remove it since we are not eligible for it.

Best answer by xmasbaby0

You lost the $2000 child tax credit when your child turned 17, but you can still get the $500 credit for other dependents for them. It will be on line 19 of your Form 1040.

https://www.irs.gov/help/ita/does-my-childdependent-qualify-for-the-child-tax-credit-or-the-credit-for-other-dependents

VolvoGirl

Employee

$500 is not for the Child Tax Credit . It is for the Other Dependent credit. It is right.

xmasbaby0Answer

Employee

You lost the $2000 child tax credit when your child turned 17, but you can still get the $500 credit for other dependents for them. It will be on line 19 of your Form 1040.

https://www.irs.gov/help/ita/does-my-childdependent-qualify-for-the-child-tax-credit-or-the-credit-for-other-dependents

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