About Oregon Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC)
Oregon's EIC is 9% of the federal EITC (12% if you have a child under 3). If you work and have low-to-moderate income, you may get a tax refund even if you owe no tax.
How to Apply in Oregon
- File your Oregon state tax return (Form OR-40)
- Claim the Oregon EITC on your return
- Use free tax filing at MyFreeTaxes.com or local VITA sites
- You must also claim the federal EITC to qualify
Contact & Official Links
Phone: 1-800-356-4222
Official website: oregon.gov/dor
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Oregon 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 Oregon Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) worth?
Oregon Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC): Up to ~$78/month ($936/year). Eligible households may receive a benefit worth up to ~$78 per month.
Oregon Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC): Up to ~$78/month ($936/year). Eligible households may receive a benefit worth up to ~$78 per month.
How do I apply for Oregon Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) in Oregon?
To apply: File your Oregon state tax return (Form OR-40). Claim the Oregon EITC on your return. Use free tax filing at MyFreeTaxes.com or local VITA sites. You can also call 1-800-356-4222. Official website: https://www.oregon.gov/dor/
To apply: File your Oregon state tax return (Form OR-40). Claim the Oregon EITC on your return. Use free tax filing at MyFreeTaxes.com or local VITA sites. You can also call 1-800-356-4222. Official website: https://www.oregon.gov/dor/
Who qualifies for Oregon Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC)?
Oregon's EIC is 9% of the federal EITC (12% if you have a child under 3). If you work and have low-to-moderate income, you may get a tax refund even if you owe no tax. Final eligibility is determined by the program when you apply. Beneify's free screener can estimate your eligibility in about 3 minutes.
Oregon's EIC is 9% of the federal EITC (12% if you have a child under 3). If you work and have low-to-moderate income, you may get a tax refund even if you owe no tax. Final eligibility is determined by the program when you apply. Beneify's free screener can estimate your eligibility in about 3 minutes.