Correct.
For tax year 2024, The Adjusted Gross Income limitation for a married couple with zero dependents is $25,511. However, to qualify for the earned income credit as a Married Filling Joint with no dependent you need to meet other conditions such as:
- Have earned income or investment income below the limit (Unearned income such as unemployment or Social Security Income, do not count toward the credit qualification)
- You need to be at least 25 years old, but less than 65 (For MFJ, just one of the spouses needs to meet the rule)
- Have a Valid Social Security Number issued on or before the due date of your tax return, including any filling extension
- Not file Form 2555 for Foreign Earned Income
- You need to be a U.S citizen/resident alien all year
- Have lived in the U.S for more than half of the year
- Not be claimed as a dependent on another tax return
Make sure that you meet all conditions to be eligible to claim the credit. You can also check the sources below for additional information.
Who Qualifies for the EITC
EITC Assistant Calculator
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