Can you Clame dependents on someone with no ssn?

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January 9, 2025
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My mom and family are religious and are not against ssn but do not wish to use it so i cant claim dependents on them but I still am the main sorce of income. It would be easier on my taxing if there was a way..

Best answer by DoninGA

To claim someone as a dependent on a tax return they must have a Social Security Number or an ITIN issued by the IRS.

xmasbaby0

Employee

It is not clear what you are trying to do. Are you wanting to claim a dependent who is eligible for SS but is not receiving their benefits? Not sure what religion has to do with your tax issue. Please explain more clearly---who is trying to claim who----and what are the details of how they are being supported. No personal information like names, emails, etc. please.

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DoninGAAnswer

Employee

To claim someone as a dependent on a tax return they must have a Social Security Number or an ITIN issued by the IRS.

rjs

Employee

In order to claim someone as a dependent on your tax return, you must enter the person's SSN or ITIN. If they will not allow you to use the number on your tax return, you cannot claim them as a dependent.