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District of Columbia Tax Details
The District of Columbia made only a few changes for tax year 2021.
The standard deduction amounts increased slightly.
All unemployment compensation is not taxable to DC. This will be subtracted from DC income.
Another new subtraction this year is the exclusion of certain grants.
2021 District of Columbia Tax Forms
These are the supported District of Columbia tax forms on FreeTaxUSA:
Form D-40
District of Columbia Individual Income Tax Return
Schedule S
District of Columbia Supplemental Information and Dependents
Schedule H
District of Columbia Homeowner and Renter Property Tax Credit
Schedule U
DC Additional Miscellaneous Credits and Contributions
Schedule I
DC Additions to and Subtractions from Federal Adjusted Gross Income
Schedule N
District of Columbia Non-Custodial Parent EITC Claim
Schedule ELC
District of Columbia Keep Child Care Affordable Tax Credit
Schedule HSR
District of Columbia Health Care Shared Responsibility
Form D-2440
District of Columbia Disability Income Exclusion
Form D-2441
District of Columbia Child and Dependent Care Credit for Part-Year Residents
Form D-40B
District of Columbia Nonresident Request for Refund
Form D-40P
DC Payment Voucher for Individual Income Tax
Form D-40ES
DC Estimated Payment for Individual Income Tax
Form D-40E
DC Individual Income Tax Declaration for Electronic Filing
AFV Credit
DC Residential Form for Alternative Fuel Vehicle Conversion and Infrastructure Credits
Frequently Asked Questions
- Which grants can I subtract from my DC income?
- Why does DC need to know about my health insurance coverage?
- What Health Coverage Exemptions can I claim?
- Who qualifies for District of Columbia teacher materials subtraction?
- Who qualifies for the District of Columbia teacher tuition and fees subtraction?
- Who qualifies for the disability income exclusion?
- District of Columbia Extension
- When must I file for an extension?
- What other state taxes are eligible for the Credit for Taxes Paid to Another State?
- What are 2022 estimated tax payments?
- Which state can a part-year resident take the Credit for Income Taxes Paid to Another State in?
- Am I considered a full-year resident of the District of Columbia?
- Am I considered a part-year resident of the District of Columbia?
- Am I considered a nonresident of the District of Columbia?
- What are eligible child care expenses for the Keep Child Care Affordable Tax Credit?
- What are the eligibility requirements to claim the Homeowner and Renter Property Credit?
- What are the Alternative Fuel Vehicle Conversion and Infrastructure Credits?
2021 District of Columbia Return Filing Deadlines
Keep these District of Columbia deadlines in mind as you do your taxes.
Individual Tax Returns (E-filed or Mailed)
Due by April 18, 2022
District of Columbia Extension Request
If you expect a refund:
Automatic with a Federal Extension
If you expect to owe DC taxes:
Submit form FR-127 with payment.
Due by April 18, 2022
Individual Income Tax Payment
Due by April 18, 2022
Individual Income Tax Returns for Extension Filers
Due by October 17, 2022
2021 District of Columbia Refunds
Ways to Receive Your Refund
Get your District of Columbia refund deposited in your bank account, mailed as a check, loaded on a prepaid debit card, or put towards next year's District of Columbia taxes.
Refund Status for E-Filed Tax Returns
If you filed your District of Columbia tax return electronically, you can usually check your DC refund status after the District of Columbia Office of Tax and Revenue accepts your return. Taxpayers usually receive their refunds within 6 weeks of the transmission of the return.
Refund Status for Mailed Tax Returns
If you mailed your District of Columbia tax return, you should wait several weeks before checking your DC refund status. Once processed, it may take up to 2 weeks for your refund to appear in your bank account or on a prepaid debit card.
How to Check Your District of Columbia Tax Refund Status
Check your DC refund status on their website
Call the District of Columbia Office of Tax and Revenue Customer Support at (202) 727-4829.
Wait 6 weeks after e-filing your return and 6 to 10 weeks after mailing before calling this number.
2021 District of Columbia Tax Payments
The District of Columbia has many income tax payment options. Find the option that works best for you below.
Pay with an Electronic Funds Transfer
You can use this payment option when you e-file with us.
Pay with a Credit Card
Visit their website
Pay by Mail
If mailing your tax return, include Form D40P and your check or money order with your return.
If you e-file your tax return, mail in a check or money order with Form D40P.
If you filed an extension, mail in your extension tax payment with Form FR-127.
Due by April 18, 2022
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All payments are due by April 18, 2022 whether or not an extension was filed.
2021 District of Columbia Extension
An extension extends the time you have to file your return by up to 6 months. With an extension, you will have until October 17, 2022 to file your tax return. However, if you need to pay taxes, you are required to pay the amount due by April 18, 2022. If you pay late, you may be charged interest and a late payment penalty on any unpaid taxes.
If you expect a refund from District of Columbia:
Automatic with an accepted Federal extension.
If you expect to owe District of Columbia taxes:
Submit DC Form FR-127 with your payment by April 18, 2022.
If you are living or traveling outside the US, you may receive another 6-month extension. You must file for the first 6-month extension by the April 18, 2022 deadline before applying for the additional extension of time to file.
If you do not owe DC taxes, did not file a Federal extension, and need more time to file, you must submit Form FR-127 to receive a DC extension.
File 2021 District of Columbia Prior Year Taxes
Even though the deadline has passed, you can still prepare District of Columbia taxes for prior years. Many people who file late tax returns have refunds waiting for them. We'll help you prepare and mail your federal and state tax returns.
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