Dependent Status
/dɪˈpɛndənt ˈsteɪtəs/
Definitions
- (n.) A legal classification describing the status of an individual who relies on another for financial support or benefits, often influencing eligibility for visas, insurance, or tax filings.
The applicant's dependent status qualified her for a family visa.
- (n.) In tax law, the classification of a person claimed for exemptions or credits based on reliance on another taxpayer.
He claimed his child under dependent status on his tax return.
Forms
- dependent status
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Commentary
Dependent status typically affects eligibility for benefits or obligations in contexts like immigration, taxation, and social support, requiring clear proof of reliance or relationship.
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