About CT Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC)
Connecticut offers a fully refundable state EITC equal to 40% of the federal EITC. A family with 3+ children could receive up to $3,218. Must be a CT full-year resident.
How to Apply in Connecticut
- File your federal tax return and claim the federal EITC
- File Schedule CT-EITC with your Connecticut tax return
- CT EITC is automatically calculated at 40% of your federal EITC
- Free tax prep available through VITA sites — call 211 to find one
- Investment income must be $11,950 or less
Contact & Official Links
Phone: 1-800-382-9463
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CT Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) is one of many programs you may be eligible for. Beneify screens your household against the full program list — free, private, about 3 minutes.
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How much is CT Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) worth?
CT Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC): Up to $3,218/year (40% of federal EITC). Eligible households may receive a benefit worth up to ~$268 per month.
CT Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC): Up to $3,218/year (40% of federal EITC). Eligible households may receive a benefit worth up to ~$268 per month.
How do I apply for CT Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) in Connecticut?
To apply: File your federal tax return and claim the federal EITC. File Schedule CT-EITC with your Connecticut tax return. CT EITC is automatically calculated at 40% of your federal EITC. You can also call 1-800-382-9463. Official website: https://portal.ct.gov/drs/ct---eitc/ct-eitc-information/ct-earned-income-tax-credit
To apply: File your federal tax return and claim the federal EITC. File Schedule CT-EITC with your Connecticut tax return. CT EITC is automatically calculated at 40% of your federal EITC. You can also call 1-800-382-9463. Official website: https://portal.ct.gov/drs/ct---eitc/ct-eitc-information/ct-earned-income-tax-credit
Who qualifies for CT Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC)?
Connecticut offers a fully refundable state EITC equal to 40% of the federal EITC. A family with 3+ children could receive up to $3,218. Final eligibility is determined by the program when you apply. Beneify's free screener can estimate your eligibility in about 3 minutes.
Connecticut offers a fully refundable state EITC equal to 40% of the federal EITC. A family with 3+ children could receive up to $3,218. Final eligibility is determined by the program when you apply. Beneify's free screener can estimate your eligibility in about 3 minutes.