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Instructions for IRS Form 8845 Indian Employment Credit
This document contains official instructions for IRS Form 8845 , Indian Employment Credit - a tax form released and collected by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), a subdivision of the U.S. Department of the Treasury. An up-to-date fillable IRS Form 8845 is available for download through this link.
FAQ
Q: What is IRS Form 8845?
A: IRS Form 8845 is used to claim the Indian Employment Credit.
Q: Who can claim the Indian Employment Credit?
A: Employers who hire qualified Native Americans can claim the Indian Employment Credit.
Q: What is the purpose of the Indian Employment Credit?
A: The Indian Employment Credit is aimed at encouraging employment of Native Americans.
Q: How do I qualify for the Indian Employment Credit?
A: You must employ qualified Native Americans who live on or near a reservation.
Q: What is the maximum amount of the Indian Employment Credit?
A: The maximum credit is $4,000 per qualified employee.
Q: How do I calculate the Indian Employment Credit?
A: The credit is calculated based on a percentage of the qualified wages paid to Native American employees.
Q: When is the deadline to file IRS Form 8845?
A: IRS Form 8845 should be filed with your annual tax return.
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