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if the adoption are finalized prior to dec 31, you claim them as dependants. there is also an adoption tax credit you can claim if your state has classified your children as special needs. in mo, all foster children are considered special needs.
i have heard two different things about foster children
my accountant stated if the chid was in your home for one calander year (meaning 1/1-12/31) you may claim them as a dependant, if not, then you cannot claim them as a dependant.
others have said that it only has to be 6 months. i would check with your accountant (if you use one).
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