turbotax icon
cancel
Showing results for 
Search instead for 
Did you mean: 
turbotax icon
cancel
Showing results for 
Search instead for 
Did you mean: 
turbotax icon
cancel
Showing results for 
Search instead for 
Did you mean: 
turbotax icon
cancel
Showing results for 
Search instead for 
Did you mean: 
Announcements
Close icon
Do you have a TurboTax Online account?

We'll help you get started or pick up where you left off.

I want to know do I qualify to file for expempt

 
Connect with an expert
x
Do you have an Intuit account?

Do you have an Intuit account?

You'll need to sign in or create an account to connect with an expert.

2 Replies

I want to know do I qualify to file for expempt

As stated on the W-4 that you give to your employer for tax withholding -https://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-pdf/fw4.pdf

 

I claim exemption from withholding for 2019, and I certify that I meet both of the following conditions for exemption.
• Last year I had a right to a refund of all federal income tax withheld because I had no tax liability, and
• This year I expect a refund of all federal income tax withheld because I expect to have no tax liability

 

If this applies to you then write Exempt on the W-4, otherwise enter the number of allowances on the W-4

Use this IRS withholding estimator - https://www.irs.gov/individuals/tax-withholding-estimator

PaulaM
Expert Alumni

I want to know do I qualify to file for expempt

Assuming you are referring to exemption from withholding on a W-4, it is generally not recommended. But you can lower your taxes withheld by claiming all of the allowances that you are entitled to. Use the worksheet on page 3 of the W-4 form to complete the allowances.

 

Page 1, paragraph 3 of the W-4 form explains the qualifications for exempt status.

**Say "Thanks" by clicking the thumb icon in a post
**Mark the post that answers your question by clicking on "Mark as Best Answer"
message box icon

Get more help

Ask questions and learn more about your taxes and finances.

Post your Question
Manage cookies