Who is eligible for a tax credit?

Individuals and families are eligible for the Working Families Tax Credit if they meet all of the following requirements:

Have a valid Social Security Number (SSN) or Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN) .

Lived in Washington a minimum of 183 days in 2025 (over half the year). See our Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about residency to learn more.

Are at least 25 and under 65 years of age OR have a qualifying child in 2025.

Filed a 2025 federal tax return.

Eligible to claim the federal Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) on their 2025 tax return (or would meet the requirements for EITC but are filing with an ITIN).