All professional tax preparers must see Proof of Residency for children/dependents claimed on tax returns. Please bring with you one of the following items:
Residency of a Qualifying Child
- School records or statement.
- Landlord or a property management statement.
- Health care provider statement.
- Medical records.
- Child care provider records.
- Placement agency statement.
- Social service records or statement.
- Place of worship statement.
This item must have the dependent's name and your home address listed on the form.
The above are examples of documents that I may rely on to determine your eligibility to claim the credit(s), and/or HOH filing status, and the amount(s) of any credit(s) claimed. This list is not all-inclusive and none of these documents are specifically required to demonstrate eligibility for the credits and/or HOH filing status.