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You must complete Form 8862 and attach it to your tax return if both of the following apply:
But do not file Form 8862 if either of the following applies:
After your EIC was reduced or disallowed in an earlier year (a) you filed Form 8862 (or other documents) and your EIC was then allowed, and (b) your EIC has not been reduced or disallowed again for any reason other than a math or clerical error.
You are taking the EIC without a qualifying child and the only reason your EIC was reduced or disallowed in the earlier year was because it was determined that a child listed on Schedule EIC was not your qualifying child.
Also, do not file Form 8862 or take the credit for the:
For more information see Form 8862 Instructions.