Filing Requirements (2004 IRS FAQ)
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IRS FAQ 2.1 Filing Requirements/Status/Dependents/Exemptions: Filing Requirements
How much does a student have to make before he or she has to file an income tax return?
If you are an unmarried dependent, you must file a tax return for 2004 if you have earned income of more than $4,850, unearned income of more than $800, or if your gross income is more than $800 and exceeds your earned income by more than $250. If part of your earned income is from tips, see Tips, Tips .
Even if you do not have to file, you should file a federal income tax return to get money back if any of the following apply:- You had income tax withheld from your pay.
- You qualify for the earned income credit.
- You qualify for the additional child tax credit.
For additional information see Tax Information for Students
References:- Publication 501, Exemptions, Standard Deduction and Filing Information
- Tax Information for Students
Source: IRS.gov