Who is eligible for the advance child tax credit?

If you're eligible for the advance child tax credit and filed your taxes in 2020, you don't need to apply or sign up. 

To qualify for the advance child tax credit, parents must:

• Have at least one child under 18 years old
• Make less than $75,000/ year if filing alone, or less than $150,000 if filing jointly, or less than $112,500 for unmarried single parents
• Reside in the United States for at least six months
• Live with the child being claimed as a dependent for at least half the year.

How much is this year's child tax credit, and how much is the IRS sending now?

‍Just for 2021, the maximum child tax credit is up to $3,600 for each child underage 6 and up to $3,000 for each child ages six through 17 as of December 31, 2021.  Families will receive the funds by direct deposit or check; half of the credit will be disbursed over six months, with a payment every month from now until December.  The second half of the credit will be received when you file your taxes.                                   

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Do I have to apply for Child Tax Credit 2021?

‍Only if you did not file your 2020 taxes.  If you did not file your taxes in 2020, click here to access the forms and additional information.