Custody can be complex, even after arrangements have been finalized. Whether you are the custodial parent or the non-custodial parent, it’s important to be aware of factors that could affect the negotiated agreement. One is the visitation credit.

In Missouri, the parent who pays child support claim a visitation credit against their monthly child support payment obligation based upon how many overnights he/she spends with the child in a one year period.  This credit can range anywhere from 0% to 50%, depending on the circumstances in your case.  The main reason for the credit is that a parent’s expenses increase the more time that is spent with a child while the paying parent expenses go down. 

These guidelines help standardize the credit based on the number of overnight stays per year:

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