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This document contains official instructions for Form IT-213 , Claim for Empire State Child Credit - a form released and collected by the New York State Department of Taxation and Finance.
Q: What is Form IT-213?
A: Form IT-213 is a form used to claim the Empire State Child Credit in New York.
Q: Who is eligible to claim the Empire State Child Credit?
A: New York residents with qualifying children are eligible to claim the Empire State Child Credit.
Q: What is the purpose of the Empire State Child Credit?
A: The purpose of the Empire State Child Credit is to provide a tax credit for eligible taxpayers who have qualifying children.
Q: How do I qualify for the Empire State Child Credit?
A: To qualify for the Empire State Child Credit, you must meet certain income requirements and have a qualifying child.
Q: What is a qualifying child?
A: A qualifying child is a child who meets certain criteria, such as being under the age of 17 and being claimed as a dependent on your tax return.
Q: What expenses does the Empire State Child Credit cover?
A: The Empire State Child Credit covers certain child-related expenses, such as child care expenses and dependent care expenses.
Q: How much is the Empire State Child Credit?
A: The amount of the Empire State Child Credit varies depending on your income and the number of qualifying children you have.
Q: How do I claim the Empire State Child Credit?
A: You can claim the Empire State Child Credit by completing and submitting Form IT-213 along with your New York state tax return.
Q: Can I claim the Empire State Child Credit if I already claimed the federal Child Tax Credit?
A: Yes, you can claim both the Empire State Child Credit and the federal Child Tax Credit, as long as you meet the eligibility requirements for each.
Q: What documents do I need to include when claiming the Empire State Child Credit?
A: When claiming the Empire State Child Credit, you may be required to include documents such as proof of income and proof of dependent children.
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