A state tax credit that helps Colorado parents and families who do not earn a lot of income.
Refundable credit amount between $200 and $1200.
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File a state tax return to learn how much money you can receive and to get your COCTC payment.
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Colorado parents and families can receive $200 to $1200, with higher credit amounts for lower income levels.
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You do not need to earn income in order to get the COCTC. The credit is available for individuals who earn less than $75,000 or less than $85,000 for joint filers.
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COCTC is available for Colorado parents and families with children under the age of 6 as of December 31, 2025.
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Parents who do not have a Social Security number (SSN) can use an Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN) when filing their taxes to get the COCTC. If you are married and filing jointly, your spouse will also need either a SSN or ITIN. Each dependent child claimed will need a SSN or an ITIN.