Do Non-Filers Get the Child Tax Credit?

Yes, non-filers can get the Child Tax Credit (CTC) through the IRS Non-filer tool.

Eligibility for Non-Filers

To be eligible for the CTC as a non-filer, you must meet the following criteria:

You have a qualifying child who is under 18 years old and has a Social Security number.
You are not required to file a 2020 tax return.
You have a main home in the United States for more than half of the year.

Using the IRS Non-Filer Tool

To claim the CTC as a non-filer, you can use the IRS Non-filer tool. This online tool is available at the following link:

https://www.irs.gov/credits-deductions/child-tax-credit-non-filer-sign-up-tool

When using the tool, you will need to provide the following information:

Your personal information (name, address, Social Security number)
Your child’s information (name, Social Security number, relationship to you)
Your banking information (for direct deposit of your payment)

Other Ways to Claim the CTC

If you are not eligible to use the IRS Non-filer tool, you can still claim the CTC by filing a tax return. You can file a tax return even if you do not owe any taxes.

To file a tax return, you can use the following resources:

Free File: https://www.irs.gov/filing/free-file-do-your-federal-taxes-for-free
Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA): https://www.irs.gov/individuals/free-tax-return-preparation-for-you-by-volunteers
Tax Counseling for the Elderly (TCE): https://www.irs.gov/individuals/tax-counseling-for-the-elderly-tce

Additional Information

The CTC is a refundable tax credit, which means that you can receive the credit even if you do not owe any taxes. The amount of the CTC you receive depends on your income and the number of qualifying children you have.

For more information about the CTC, please visit the following IRS website:

https://www.irs.gov/credits-deductions/child-tax-credit

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is eligible for the CTC?

You are eligible for the CTC if you meet the following criteria:

You have a qualifying child who is under 18 years old and has a Social Security number.
Your income is below a certain level.
You are not claimed as a dependent on someone else’s tax return.

How much is the CTC?

The amount of the CTC you receive depends on your income and the number of qualifying children you have. The maximum amount of the CTC for 2023 is $2,000 per child.

How do I claim the CTC?

You can claim the CTC by filing a tax return or using the IRS Non-filer tool.

What is the deadline to claim the CTC?

The deadline to claim the CTC is April 15, 2024.

Can I get the CTC if I am not required to file a tax return?

Yes, you can get the CTC if you are not required to file a tax return. You can use the IRS Non-filer tool to claim the CTC.

CHILD TAX CREDIT FOR NON-FILERS IN 2023: CAN YOU GET THE CREDIT WITH NO INCOME?

FAQ

Can I get Child Tax Credit if I have no income?

You do not need income to be eligible for the Child Tax Credit if your main home is in the United States for more than half the year. If you do not have income, and do not meet the main home requirement, you will not be able to benefit from the Child Tax Credit because the credit will not be refundable.

Why am I not getting the full Child Tax Credit?

The credit is calculated based on the amount you earned above $2500 multiplied by 15%, up to the full $1600 per child. If the amount you earned was too low, you will not get the full $1600. If your child is older than 16 at the end of 2023, you do not get the CTC.

Do I file taxes if I didn’t work but have a child?

According to the new guidelines, taxpayers who have no income but have a dependent can still file a tax return to claim certain tax credits, such as the Child Tax Credit. Another tax credit for low or no income is the Earned Income Tax Credit.

Can non citizens get Child Tax Credit?

Low-income Californians who file tax returns with Individual Taxpayer Identification Numbers (ITINs)—primarily undocumented immigrants—are eligible to claim the California Earned Income Tax Credit and Young Child Tax Credit (CalEITC and YCTC). In 2023, about 9% of CalEITC claimants filed with an ITIN.

Do I need to file an income tax return for child tax credit?

For families who are not required to file an income tax return but are still eligible for advance Child Tax Credit payments, the IRS worked with Intuit and the Free File Alliance to launch this new online tool.

What if I don’t qualify for the child tax credit?

Families that do not qualify for the credit using these lower income limits are still eligible for the $2,000 per child credit using the original Child Tax Credit income and phase out amounts. In addition, the entire credit is fully refundable for 2021.

Can I claim child tax credit if I don’t owe taxes?

If you qualify for the CTC but can’t take full advantage because you don’t owe taxes or owe less than your credit amount, you may be able to get a partial refund by claiming the additional child tax credit. To claim the ACTC, all of the above income and dependent criteria must be met, but there are also a few more rules:

Does the child tax credit count as income?

The Child Tax Credit (CTC) does not count as income for any family, so you won’t lose your other government benefits by signing up for CTC payments. They do not affect your eligibility for other federal benefits like SNAP and WIC. Select if you are Single or Married (as of December 31, 2020). Complete the Personal Information section.