Get Ny Dtf It-216 2022-2025

Filing the NY DTF IT-216 form is essential for claiming the Child and Dependent Care Credit in New York State. This guide provides a clear, step-by-step approach to help users complete the form accurately and efficiently online.

Follow the steps to fill out the NY DTF IT-216 with ease.

1. Press the ‘Get Form’ button to access the NY DTF IT-216 form and proceed to fill it out in the online editor.
2. Begin by entering your name as it appears on your tax return and provide your Social Security number.
3. Answer whether you have already filed your New York State income tax return. If 'Yes', you will need to file an amended return to claim this credit.
4. List the care providers. Fill in the first and last names (or business name), address, identifying number (Social Security Number or Employer Identification Number), and the amount paid for care for each provider.
5. Specify the total number of qualifying persons you are claiming. List them in order from youngest to oldest, providing their first name, last name, Social Security number, date of birth, and whether qualified expenses were incurred due to a disability.
6. Calculate and enter the total from the amounts listed in the column for qualified expenses.
7. Determine if you can claim an exemption for all qualified persons listed.
8. Enter the smallest amount from the calculated totals: the total qualified expenses, your earned income, or specific set dollar amounts based on the number of qualifying persons.
9. Input your total earned income.
10. If married filing jointly, include your spouse’s earned income; otherwise, input the single amount from your earned income.
11. Identify the smallest figure from the amounts just calculated and enter it.
12. Complete the remaining calculations as outlined on the form, including entering the amounts from relevant lines of Form IT-201 or IT-203.
13. Multiply necessary line amounts as per the instructions to determine your New York State credit.
14. Review all entries and ensure accuracy before proceeding to save changes, download, print, or share your completed form.

Complete your NY DTF IT-216 form online today to ensure you receive your Child and Dependent Care Credit!