Free income tax preparation and filing by CSUN through the IRS Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program.
Appointments are recommended, but not required. Walk-ins are welcome on a first come, first served basis.
Tax forms we prepare are Form 1040 (U.S. Individual Income Tax Return) and CA Form 540 (California Resident Income). These services are available to people with household annual income of $56,000 or less. 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
- Birth Dates for the Taxpayer, spouse, and dependents (month, date, and year)
- Tax Documents (Forms W-2, W-2G, 1099-R, 1099-INT, 1099-DIV, 1099-MISC, and all other tax documents)
- Blank “voided” check for direct deposit of refund
If this applies to you, also bring:
- All Forms 1095, Health Form Statements
- California Renters’ Credit – Landlord’s name, address, and phone number
- Day Care Providers Information, including total amount paid for day care per child, day care provider’s name, address, phone number, and tax ID number
- Total Education Expenses (books, laptops, etc.)
For further information, please visit http://vita.csun.edu
