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Follow the instructions below to correctly enter the Form 2441:

  1. Select Add Form.

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  2. Begin by typing 2441, into the search bar at the bottom of the All Forms and Schedules Menu.

  3. Select Form 2441. Double-click to add the form.

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  4. Complete Part I of Form 2441 by entering the care provider's information.
    Note: You DO NOT need to enter the provider info TWICE. The additional boxes are for multiple providers, or if children went to different providers.

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  5. In Part II, Box (a) enter the name of the qualifying individual or individuals. You can do this manually, or select Choices from the Active Options Window, to choose the qualifying individual. Entering the individual's name will auto-populate their SSN.

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  6. In Part II box c enter the amount of qualified expenses paid for each individual. 

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    Note: If multiple individuals went to the same care provider you will need to designate the amount paid for each individual. 
    You can view the amount of Child and Dependent Care Credit on Form 2441 Line 11. It is important to note since this is a nonrefundable credit, except for tax year 2021, the taxpayer must have tax liability in order for the credit to impact their refund.