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  • Tax credit for people who earn lower incomes and do not have children, or at least one qualifying child.

  • File a tax return to learn how much money you qualify for and to get your payment.

  • You can get up to $8,046 in Earned Income Tax Credit. The amount you get depends on your income, filing status (such as if you file as single, married, or head of household), and how many dependent children you have. The maximum credit amount is : 

    • Up to $649 for people with no children

    • Up to $4,328  for people with one eligible child 

    • Up to $7,152  for people with two eligible children.

    • Up to $8,046 for people with three or more eligible children.

    People who earn low to moderate incomes usually qualify for some amount of EITC cash back if they have qualifying children. You can estimate how much you might receive by viewing the IRS’s EITC Tables for Tax Year 2025.

  • You need to earn some income to get the Earned Income Tax Credit. Even if you do not make a lot of money or do not owe income taxes, you should still file a tax return to receive this credit.

  • Yes. You will need a social security number (SSN) to receive EITC. If you are married and filing jointly, your spouse will need a SSN too. Each child claimed on your tax return also will need a SSN.

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