Does my 17 year old need to file taxes?

A minor who may be claimed as a dependent needs to file a return if their income exceeds their standard deduction. A minor who earns less than $13,850 in 2023 will usually not owe taxes but may choose to file a return to receive a refund of tax withheld from their earnings.



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A minor who may be claimed as a dependent needs to file a return if their income exceeds their standard deduction. A minor who earns less than $13,850 in 2023 will usually not owe taxes but may choose to file a return to receive a refund of tax withheld from their earnings.

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At a Glance: Generally, a teenager is considered a dependent on their parents' tax return and is not required to file separate taxes until the age of 19 if they have stopped their education. If they continue their education, they can still be claimed as dependents until they reach 24.

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