[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":7},["ShallowReactive",2],{"faq-standard-22":3},{"rec_id":4,"title":5,"text":6},"22","If my ex-spouse claims my child as a dependent, can I still qualify for the Earned Income Credit (EIC) or Child and Dependent Care Credit?","It depends on the physical custody of the child.\n\u003Cbr>\u003Cbr>\nIf your child lived with you for more than half the year (the IRS usually counts the nights spent in your home), you can claim the \u003Ci>Earned Income Credit\u003C/i> and the \u003Ci>Child and Dependent Care Credit\u003C/i>. This is true even if your divorce decree allows your ex-spouse to claim your child as a dependent, or if you're allowing them to do so. \n\u003Cbr>\u003Cbr>\nIn cases of shared custody, it might be a good idea to keep track of the number nights your child stays with you.",1777391526619]