Instructions for IRS Form 8844 Parent's Election to Report Child's Interest and Dividends

IRS Form 8844 Empowerment Zone Employment Credit

This document contains official instructions for IRS Form 8844 , Parent's Election to Report Child's Interest and Dividends - a tax form released and collected by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), a subdivision of the U.S. Department of the Treasury. An up-to-date fillable IRS Form 8844 is available for download through this link.

FAQ

Q: What is IRS Form 8844?
A: IRS Form 8844 is a form used by parents to elect to report their child's interest and dividends on their own tax return.

Q: Who should use IRS Form 8844?
A: Parents who want to report their child's interest and dividends on their own tax return should use IRS Form 8844.

Q: What is the purpose of IRS Form 8844?
A: The purpose of IRS Form 8844 is to allow parents to include their child's interest and dividends on their own tax return.

Q: When is IRS Form 8844 used?
A: IRS Form 8844 is used when parents want to report their child's interest and dividends on their own tax return.

Q: Is there a deadline for filing IRS Form 8844?
A: Yes, IRS Form 8844 must be filed with your tax return by the tax filing deadline, which is usually April 15th.

Q: What happens if I don't file IRS Form 8844?
A: If you don't file IRS Form 8844, you will not be able to include your child's interest and dividends on your tax return.

Q: Do I need to attach any documents with IRS Form 8844?
A: No, you do not need to attach any documents with IRS Form 8844.

Q: Can I e-file IRS Form 8844?
A: No, IRS Form 8844 cannot be e-filed. It must be filed by mail with your tax return.