You are not a citizen until you are sworn in. If you are denied because of failure to pass the English or the civics test, you will be automatically rescheduled within 90 days. If you are not approved for some other reason, you may be given time to overcome the problem.
For 2009, the American Opportunity Credit--which is a variation of the Hope Credit--will be allowed for 4 years. For years before and after the new credit is allowed, the Hope credit is supposed to be for 2 years.
able additional child tax credit. Completing Schedule 8812, Child Tax Credit, may result in a refund even if the taxpayer doesnât owe any tax. Who can claim the child tax credit? To be eligible to claim the child tax credit, the taxpayer must have at least one qualifying child. If taxpayers claim the child tax credit or additional child tax credit but are not eligible for the credit, they can be banned from claiming the credit for either two or ten years. Refer to the Volunteer Resource Guide, Nonrefundable