Form 886-H-DEP Supporting Documents for Dependency Exemptions

What Is Form 886-H-DEP?

This is a tax form that was released by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) - a subdivision of the U.S. Department of the Treasury on October 1, 2019. As of today, no separate filing guidelines for the form are provided by the IRS.

FAQ

Q: What is Form 886-H-DEP?
A: Form 886-H-DEP is a form used to provide supporting documents for claiming dependency exemptions.

Q: What are dependency exemptions for?
A: Dependency exemptions are used to lower your taxable income by claiming dependents, such as children or other qualifying relatives.

Q: When should I use Form 886-H-DEP?
A: You should use Form 886-H-DEP when you are required to provide supporting documents to prove the eligibility of your claimed dependents.

Q: What documents should I include with Form 886-H-DEP?
A: You should include documents such as birth certificates, adoption papers, social security numbers, and other supporting evidence that establish the relationship between you and your claimed dependents.

Q: Is Form 886-H-DEP only for claiming dependency exemptions for children?
A: No, Form 886-H-DEP can be used to claim dependency exemptions for both children and other qualifying relatives.