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Apply for the tax credit with your 2024 tax return.
Working Families Tax Credit
Apply for the 2024 tax year
Who is eligible for a tax credit?
Individuals and families are eligible for the Working Families Tax Credit if they meet all of the following requirements:
- Have a valid Social Security Number (SSN) or Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN).
- Lived in Washington a minimum of 183 days in 2024 (over half the year). See our Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about residency to learn more.
- Are at least 25 and under 65 years of age OR have a qualifying child in 2024.
- Filed a 2024 federal tax return.
- Eligible to claim the federal Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) on their 2024 tax return (or would meet the requirements for EITC but are filing with an ITIN).
What are the income requirements?
The 2024 credit amount varies depending on the number of qualifying children and income level.
The maximum credit amount ranges from $325 to $1,290, depending on the number of qualifying children. These amounts are then reduced based on income thresholds, similar to the federal program, EITC. The minimum credit amount is $50, regardless of the number of qualifying children.
Applicants must earn less than the following amounts to receive the credit.
| Number of qualifying children | Single, head of household, or married (filing separately) | Married (filing jointly) | Maximum credit amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | $18,591 | $25,511 | $325 |
| 1 | $49,084 | $56,004 | $640 |
| 2 | $55,768 | $62,688 | $965 |
| 3 | $59,899 | $66,819 | $1,290 |
To learn more
See our Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about income
Watch a video: Income requirements 2024 (2:38)
What you’ll need to apply
To apply for the Working Families Tax Credit, you will need the following:
- A copy of your federal tax return that you filed with the IRS.
- Your Social Security Number or ITIN, and dates of birth for you, your spouse, and children.
- Your Washington state driver’s license or ID number (if you have one).
- Your residential and mailing address.
- Your bank routing number and account number if you choose direct deposit.
Video: What you’ll need to apply (0:33)
Video: How to Apply (2:12)
Video: Applying with an ITIN (2:54)