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I have guardianship of grandkids and they have lived with me all year

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Yes, if your grandchildren meet the IRS tests for a qualifying child you can claim them as a dependent.

The tests are:

1. Relationship. Your grandchild would meet this test.

2. Age - they must be under age 19 (or under age 24 if they are a full time student) or be permanently disabled.

3. Residence-they must have lived with you for more than 6 months of the year.

4. Support.- You must have provided more than half of the child's support for the year.

5. Joint Return-The child cannot file a joint return (see exceptions)

6. Citizenship-The child must be US Citizen or US Resident Alien and must have a social security number.

Please see the Dependents section of this link if you need more detailed information on any of these tests: Dependents and Other information

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