Work Opportunity Tax Credit
What is the WOTC?
The WOTC has two main goals:
- Help employers hire people who are part of target groups.
- Give employers a federal tax credit of up to $9,600 for hiring these individuals.
How to Apply for WOTC
You can use the online service called eWOTC to apply for WOTC Request for Certification applications and view your application status. Using eWOTC makes it faster to get your new application processed.
If your company has 25 or more employees, you need to sign up for Employer Services Online before you can apply online. If you’re already signed up, just login to eWOTC.
If your company has 24 employees or fewer, you can also apply online with eWOTC, or you can send your application by mail to:
Employment Development Department
Attn: Work Opportunity Tax Credit Authorization Center
2901 50th Street
Sacramento, CA 95817
Note: Mailed applications take longer to process.
If the WOTC Center asks for more information, submit supporting documentation at that time.
Contact Us
WOTC representatives can help you by phone, fax, mail, email, or online. For more details, visit the Contact WOTC page.
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