California Earned Income Tax Credit (CalEITC)

Administered by California Franchise Tax Board · ftb.ca.gov

California's state EITC stacks on top of the federal EITC for working Californians with low income. Also includes the Young Child Tax Credit ($1,117) and Foster Youth Tax Credit.

Eligibility requirements

✓CA resident
✓Earned income under $30,950 (single) or $30,950 (married)
✓Filed CA state tax return

Insider tip

Stack CalEITC with federal EITC, Child Tax Credit, and Young Child Tax Credit — a family with one young child can receive $10,000+ combined. Use VITA free tax prep to maximize all credits.

How to apply

Apply directly on the official website. GrantLantern does not process applications — we link you directly to the source.

Apply at ftb.ca.gov →

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Program details sourced from official government and agency websites. Eligibility is determined by the administering agency — not GrantLantern. Verify current requirements at the official source before applying.

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