Montana Earned Income Tax Credit
The Montana Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) is a refundable credit designed to support low- and middle-income workers.
Eligibility
You may qualify if you:
- Were a Montana resident, and
- Claimed the federal Earned Income Tax Credit on your federal income tax return.
For more details about the federal EITC, use the IRS EITC Assistant.
Benefit
- For most taxpayers, the Montana EITC equals 10% of the federal EITC claimed.
- This credit is refundable, meaning that if the credit exceeds the taxes you owe, you will receive the difference.
Forms and Filing
To claim the Montana EITC:
- Follow the instructions in your approved tax-preparation software, or
- Complete the Montana Individual Income Tax Return (Form 2).
For help determining your federal EITC eligibility, visit the IRS EITC Assistant.