The County of Los Angeles with Free Tax Prep LA is offering free tax preparation events throughout the spring to ensure residents have resources they need to file their taxes for free and get the tax refund they deserve. Below are the events currently scheduled during this tax season.

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What to bring to your tax preparation appointment

Use this list to prepare for an upcoming tax preparation appointment. On the day of your appointment, bring your required documents and all documents that apply to your situation.

  • Required: Proof of identification (photo ID)
  • Required: Social Security cards for you, your spouse and dependents and/or;
  • Required: An Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN) assignment letter may be
    substituted for you, your spouse and your dependents if you do not have a Social Security number
  • Birth dates for you, your spouse and dependents on the tax return
  • Wage and earning statements from all jobs/employers (Form W-2, W-2G, 1099-R, 1099-K, 1099-Misc)
  • Savings/bank account interest and dividend income statements (Form1099 INT, 1099 DIV)
  • Retirement Income (Form1099 R)
  • Social Security Administration (Form1099 SSA)
  • Unemployment (Form1099 G)
  • Gambling winnings (Form W-2 G)
  • Health Insurance Exemption Certificate, if received (Form1095-A, B or C)
  • Last year’s tax return if available (tax year 2022)
  • Economic Impact Payment (EIP) Notice (Form 1444)
  • Tuition form for you or anyone on the return attending college (Form 1098T)
  • Interest paid on Student Loans (Form 1098E)
  • Total paid to child care provider and name, address, social security number and phone number
    or the daycare provider's business tax identifying number.
  • Bank account routing and account number (or blank check) for fast and secure direct deposit of
    your refund.
  • Identity Protection Personal Identification Number if issued by the IRS (IP PIN)
  • If filing married-filing-jointly tax return, both spouses must be present to sign the required forms