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Individuals

Your Taxes. Made Simple.

A couple standing in front of a houseManaging your individual income taxes in the District doesn’t have to be complicated. From filing and paying to tracking refunds and claiming credits, this page connects you with the tools and resources you need. Explore guidance, forms, and support designed to make the process easier.

File your taxes

  • File your DC individual income tax return or standalone Schedule H quickly and securely through MyTax.DC.gov.

Individual Tax forms and instructions

  • Find and download individual income tax forms, schedules, and instructions for.

Where’s My Refund?

  • Find out if your refund has been processed and when to expect your payment.

Payment Options

  • Explore ways to pay your taxes—online, by mail, or in person—and learn about setting up payment plans

DC Individual and Fiduciary Income Tax Rates

  • View the individual and fiduciary income tax rates to help you plan and calculate your taxes.

Respond to a verification Notice

  • If you receive a verification notice from OTR, respond online. It's the easiest, fastest way. We'll walk you through the process.

DC Earned Income Tax Credit

  • Learn more about qualifications for DC’s expanded EITC and find out how to claim it when you file.

DC Estate, Inheritance & Fiduciary Tax Information

  • Learn more about DC estate, inheritance, and fiduciary tax returns and access the forms and instructions needed to file.

Audit

  • Learn about the audit process, voluntary disclosure agreements, appeals options, exemptions, and how to contact the Audit Division.

Collections

  • Find information on paying your tax balance, setting up payment plans, resolving notices, and understanding the collections process.

Taxpayer Rights & Appeals

  • Learn about your rights as a DC Taxpayer, including how to file an appeal, access support through the Taxpayer Advocate, and view the Taxpayer Bill of Rights.

Tax Law and Guidance

  • Stay up to date with tax notices, bulletins, and formal rulings that provide clarity on tax rules and changes.

FAQ’s

  • Get quick answers to common questions about filing, forms, payments, and using MyTax.DC.gov.