Did you claim a child on your return last year? In order to claim the EITC, if you are under 25 years old, you need to claim a qualifying child. If you are single with no children, then you can only claim the credit if you are ages 25-65.
"Claim the EITC Without a Qualifying Child
You are eligible to claim the EITC without a qualifying child if you meet all the following rules. You (and your spouse if you file a joint tax return) must:
- Meet the EITC basic qualifying rules
- Have your main home in the United States for more than half the tax year
- The United States includes the 50 states, the District of Columbia and U.S. military bases. It does not include U.S. possessions such as Guam, the Virgin Islands or Puerto Rico
- Not be claimed as a qualifying child on anyone else's tax return
- Be at least age 25 but under age 65 (at least one spouse must meet the age rule)"
Earned Income Tax Credit Qualifications
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