Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA)

Alameda County

Appointment are NEEDED

Cantonese, English, Mandarin, Spanish

To be eligible for VITA tax preparation, individuals must:- have annual household income of $55,000 or less in 2018- not have any rental income from properties- not file for bankruptcy in the last year- not have self-employment expenses over $10,000- not file separately from spouse if married

No fee

Schedule appointment online, call for appointment, visit during program hours

- Photo identification for yourself and your spouse - Social Security cards or ITIN document for each family member - W-2 Form from all employment in 2018 and any additional forms relating to income including gambling winnings, jury pay, interest, and dividend statements - All 1099 forms from other income such as unemployment, social security, and self-employment - Any IRS letters or notices including tax packet and records of estimated paid tax payments - A blank or canceled check for direct deposit option - Form 1095-A Health Insurance Marketplace Statement if applicable - tax return from last year if available DOCUMENTS FOR POSSIBLE DEDUCTIONS AND CREDITS: - Rental information for possible credit on CA return to include landlord's name, address, and phone number - If you paid child care - bring documentation listing provider name, address, tax identification number, and amount paid - If you, your spouse, or a dependent attended college - tuition expense statement (1098T) and student loan interest statement (1098E) - Documentation of alimony and child support