Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) | New Jersey Division of Taxation
Provides a federal and state tax benefit for individuals and families who earn low-to-moderate incomes in New Jersey. The tax credit may reduce the amount of taxes an individual owes or provide them with a refund, even when the taxpayer does not owe any taxes.
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Physical Address
2 Riverside Dr, Ste 200, Camden, NJ 08103
Hours
Website is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a weekOffice Hours: Mon - Fri 8:00 am - 4:00 pm, excluding state holidays
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Application process
Visit website or call to file an application Free Tax Prep Tool online. Individuals must also file form NJ-1040.
Eligibility
Individuals must:- be a resident of New Jersey who works or earns income- be at least 18 years old- meet federal income limits for filing status and claimed dependents- have a valid Social Security Number (SSN)- file a New Jersey Resident Income Tax Return (NJ-1040), even if gross income is below filing threshold If individuals are married but file separately, the may not claim NJ EITC
Service area
NJ
Agency info
New Jersey Division of Taxation
Provides regional information centers and a senior freeze program. Also operates various other tax-related programs sevices for the public.