How do I enter dependants into TurboTax?

When you start a new return TurboTax will ask Do you have any dependants? in the Intro interview. If you select Yes, you’ll then enter your dependant info.

If in the Intro interview, you incorrectly answered No to the dependants question, or if later on you need to edit what you entered in the intro:

1. From the Tax home screen, select Personal info, then Edit.
2. On the Your personal info screen, select Edit next to Dependants.
3. On the Do you have any dependants? screen, select Yes and continue.
4. On the Tell us about your dependants screen:
   • Enter the info for your dependant.
   • If you have another dependant, select + Add another dependant.
5. When all dependants are entered, select Done adding dependants

When you start a new return TurboTax will ask Do you have any dependants? in the Intro interview. If you select Yes, you’ll then enter your dependant info.

If in the Intro interview, you incorrectly answered No to the dependants question, or if later on you need to edit what you entered in the intro:

1. Select Find from the menu and enter dependants.
2. Select Dependants from the list, then select Go.
3. On the Do you have children or financially support another person? screen, select Yes as applicable, then select Continue.
4. Continue until you reach the Dependant Information screen.
5. Enter your dependant's info and select Continue.
6. On the Dependants Summary screen, answer the questions and select Enter New Dependant or Done With Dependants, as applicable.