Free Income Tax Preparation and Filing

Free income tax preparation and filing by California State University, Northridge, through the IRS Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program.

Appointments are preferred.

Tax forms we prepare are:

• Form 1040 (U.S. Individual Income Tax Return)
• CA Form 540 (California Resident Income)
• Form 1040NR (Nonresident Income Tax Return)
• Both spouses must be present for joint returns

What to bring on the day of your visit:

• A valid CA Driver's License, ID, or Passport
• Social Security Numbers or ITINs for the taxpayer, spouse, and dependents
• Tax documents (Forms W-2, W-2G, 1099-R, 1099-INT, 1099-DIV, 1099-NEC, 1099-MISC, and all other tax documents)
• Bank account number and routing number for direct deposit of refund

If this applies to you, also bring:

• All Forms 1095, Health Form Statements
• Daycare provider's information, including total amount paid for daycare per child, daycare provider's name, address, phone number, and tax ID number
• Total education expenses (books, laptops, etc.)