More than $6,300 earned (or more than $1,050 unearned) The requirements vary by filing status, age, and minimum income, which are listed below: Marriage Status You received an advance payment on the Premium Tax Credit.Īm I Required to File a 2015 Return If I Am a Dependent?Įven if you are claimed on another taxpayer's return, you may still be required to file your own income tax return.You received distributions from an MSA or Health Savings Account.You earned $108.28 or more from a tax-exempt church or church-controlled organization.You owe Social Security and Medicare taxes on unreported tip income.You must repay the 2008 Homebuyer Credit (or any other recapture taxes).You owe additional taxes on a retirement plan (an individual retirement arrangement (IRA) or other tax-favored account) or health savings account.You had net self-employment income of $400 or more.Regardless of your gross income, you are generally required to file an income tax return if any of the following are true: What Are Other Reasons Why I May Be Required to File a 2015 Tax Return? However, we recommend that you read on for other reasons why you may still want to file a return.
You may not be required to file a federal tax return. What If My Earned Income is Below the Minimum Income for My Filing Status and Age? Qualifying Widow(er) with Dependent Children Minimum Self-Employment Income Requirement The minimum income levels based on filing status and age are listed in the table below: Filing Status The minimum income required to file a 2015 tax return depends on your income, age, and filing status. What Are the Minimum Income Requirements to File a 2015 Federal Income Tax Return? Below are examples of taxable income and non-taxable income you may need to consider when deciding whether or not you have to file a 2015 return:Įxamples of Taxable Income: Wages and salaries, tips and gratuities, unemployment benefits, canceled/forgiven debt, self-employment income.Įxamples of Non-Taxable Income: Child support, insurance proceeds (accident, casualty, health, life), meals and lodging for the convenience of employer, Veterans’ benefits, Aid to Families with Dependent Children (AFDC). Your gross income generally includes taxable and non-taxable income. Contact a Taxpert with your Tax Questions What is Gross Income?