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Internal Revenue Service
Government Office | Internal Revenue Service
This location can help you with: NYC Free Tax Prep, Child and Dependent Care Tax Credit, Child Tax Credit (CTC), Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC).
Address
290 Broadway, 7th Floor, Manhattan 10007Nearby Stops
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Details
Federal tax assistance only
Contact by phone
Call: 212-436-1000Programs at this location
Free tax prep for New YorkersNYC Free Tax Prep
NYC Department of Consumer Affairs
If you earned $64,000 or less last tax year, the City can help you file your taxes for free. You can file for free online or in person, depending on your individual or family income.
Apply in person
Update: Due to COVID-19, all in-person tax prep services have been suspended under the NYC Free Tax Prep program. Prepare and file your federal income tax return for free using tax preparation and filing software through IRS Free File.
Tax relief for dependent careChild and Dependent Care Tax Credit
NYC Department of Consumer Affairs / IRS
This tax credit helps working families pay for the care of children, adult dependents, or disabled spouses. You can claim up to $3,000 in expenses for one dependent or $6,000 for more than one when you file your taxes.
Apply in person
If you earn $64,000 or less (with children) or $45,000 or less (without children), you may be eligible to get your taxes done in-person for free. You will need the following forms:
- Child and Dependent Care Expenses form: Form 2441.
- U.S. Individual Income Tax Return: Form 1040 or U.S. Nonresident Income Tax Return: Form 1040NR.
- If you received dependent care benefits from your employer, you must complete Part III of Form 2441.
Tax relief for parentsChild Tax Credit (CTC)
NYC Department of Consumer Affairs / IRS
CTC allows people with qualifying children to lessen their federal income tax by up to $2,000. You can claim both CTC and the credit for Child and Dependent Care expenses.
Apply in person
If you earn $64,000 or less (with children) or $45,000 or less (without children), you may be eligible to get your taxes done in-person for free.
Tax refund for workers and familiesEarned Income Tax Credit (EITC)
NYC Department of Consumer Affairs / IRS
EITC can provide a tax refund of up to $8,852 (combined federal, state and City). The credit is meant for low- to moderate-income working individuals and couples, particularly those with children. You claim the credit when you file your taxes.
Apply in person
If you earn $64,000 or less (with children) or $45,000 or less (without children), you may be eligible to get your taxes done in-person for free. You will need the following forms:
- Schedule EIC for the federal return If you have a child
- Form IT-215 for the New York State credit, and
- Worksheet C in the Instructions Form for IT-215 for the New York City credit