Tax Preparation Assistance | Internal Revenue Service
Utilizes trained volunteers to help older adults and low-income individuals and families complete their tax return forms. Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) and AARP Tax Counseling for the Elderly (TCE) sites are generally located at community and neighborhood centers, libraries, schools, shopping malls, and other convenient locations. Most locations also offer free electronic filing.
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Physical Address
111 Constitution Avenue, Washington, DC 20002
Hours
Phone assistance available Monday to Friday from 7:00am to 7:00pm.
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Website
Application process
Call the toll-free Hotline for VITA and TCE Locations number for more information about local VITA and/or TCE sites.
Fee
No fee.
Eligibility
- The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program offers free tax help to people who generally make $60,000 or less, persons with disabilities, and limited English speaking taxpayers who need assistance in preparing their own tax returns. - The Tax Counseling for the Elderly (TCE) program offers free tax help for all taxpayers, particularly those who are 60 years of age and older, specializing in questions about pensions and retirement-related issues unique to seniors. Will Not Prepare: - Schedule C with losses. - Complicated Schedule D (capital gains and losses). - Form SS-5 (request for Social Security Number). - Form 8606 (non-deductible IRA). - Form 8615 (minor’s investment income). - Form SS-8 (determination of worker status for purposes of federal employment taxes and income tax withholding). - Parts 4 and 5 of Form 8962 (Premium Tax Credits).
Languages
Varies by site.
Service area
United States
Agency info
Internal Revenue Service
Collects federal income taxes and is responsible for voluntary compliance with tax laws and regulations. Provides tax information and assistance.