Dependents sub-step on Step 2 Getting to know you

In case you live in India, Mexico, South Korea or Canada, you might be able to claim the Child-Tax Credit if you fall under the below conditions: 

- South Korea – the child must live with you for the whole year, in the US. An ITIN will be needed;

- India – the child must be a US citizen and they must have SSN;

- Canada/Mexico - the child can be living in or outside the US. An ITIN will be needed.

If you are eligible for the Child-Tax Credit you will see a sub-step named 'Dependents' on Step 2 Getting to know you. Be advised that the questions there have nothing to do with claiming dependents on your Federal tax return though as that is no longer possible (since 2018 -  https://www.irs.gov/individuals/international-taxpayers/aliens-repeal-of-personal-exemptions )

Here is a brief explanation of the questions: 

- Do you have any dependents? - This question is asking if you have any children that can be claimed as dependents;
- Did you pay a minder to care for your child or dependents? - This question is asking if you pay a nanny to take care of your child/children;
- Please complete the line with information for your dependent(s) in full! - You have to enter your child/children' details there as you have to keep in mind that they have to be born within the tax year you are filing for to be eligible for the Child-Tax Credit.