Did you provide more than half of her support? Your sister may qualify as dependent even if she didn't live with you. To qualify as a dependent she should meet the requirements listed below:Qualifying relative:They don't have to be related to you (despite the name).They aren't claimed as a dependent by someone else.They're a US citizen, resident alien, national, or a Canadian or Mexican resident.They aren’t filing a joint return with their spouse.They lived with you the entire year (exceptions apply).They made less than $5,050 in 2024.You provided more than half of their financial support.

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CLAIM MY SISTER AS AN OTHER EPENDENT. I PAY 2/3 OF HER RENT AT RETIREMENT LIVING HOME?

Forum|Forum|1 year ago
March 19, 2025
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MayaD

Did you provide more than half of her support? Your sister may qualify as dependent even if she didn't live with you.

To qualify as a dependent she should meet the requirements listed below:

Qualifying relative:

They don't have to be related to you (despite the name).
They aren't claimed as a dependent by someone else.
They're a US citizen, resident alien, national, or a Canadian or Mexican resident.
They aren’t filing a joint return with their spouse.
They lived with you the entire year (exceptions apply).
They made less than $5,050 in 2024.
You provided more than half of their financial support.

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