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Are you confused about whether you are eligible for the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC)?

This app is a complete guide to applying for the EITC for low-income workers, business owners, and religious figures. We have organized everything in one place, from determining household type and verifying income and asset eligibility to the application process and payment schedule.

📋 Key Features

▶ Household Type Self-Diagnosis

Quickly determine whether you belong to the single, single-income, or dual-income household type based on information regarding your spouse, dependent children, and lineal ancestors.

▶ Guide to Maximum Payment Amounts by Household

Based on the 2025 tax year, 1.65 million KRW for single-person households, 2.85 million KRW for single-income households, and 3.3 million KRW for dual-income households — You can check income brackets and maximum payment amounts by household type at a glance.

▶ Check the 3 Major Eligibility Requirements

Income (based on household type standards), Assets (total household member income less than 240 million KRW), and possession of income from employment, business, or religious work — Check eligibility requirements item by item.

▶ Application Method Guide

Regular application via Hometax or Sontax, 1544-9944 ARS phone application, or in-person application at your local tax office — you can select the method that suits you.

▶ D-Day Management

Manage key schedules such as the regular application period (May 1–May 31), payment dates (September), late applications (June–November), and semi-annual applications (March and September).

▶ Quiz & Tax-Saving Tips

Improve your understanding of the system with 50 quiz questions and 50 application tips related to the Earned Income Tax Credit.

📌 Recommended for:

• Low-income workers and freelancers preparing for their first Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) application

• Those confused about whether they fall under single-person, single-earner, or dual-earner households

• Those wondering if their benefits will be reduced as they are close to the asset threshold (240 million KRW)

• Those who missed the regular application period and are considering a late application

• Wage earners who want to compare the advantages of semi-annual and regular applications

📌 Content Structure

• Overview: 6 Key Points of the EITC

• Detailed Guide: 8 Steps from Eligibility Verification to Payment

• FAQ: 15 Frequently Asked Questions

• Related Blog: Link to In-depth Content

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[Disclaimer and Information Source Notice]

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◆ Official App Status

This app has no partnership or cooperative relationship with government agencies, such as the National Tax Service or the Ministry of Economy and Finance, and is not an official app.

◆ Nature of Information

The information provided by this app is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal validity or replace tax or legal advice. Users are solely responsible for any consequences arising from the use of the app's information. Please consult the National Tax Service or a tax accountant for accurate application and screening results.

[✅ Information Sources]

• National Tax Service Hometax: https://hometax.go.kr

• National Tax Service Earned Income Tax Credit Guide: https://www.nts.go.kr

• National Law Information Center: https://www.law.go.kr

※ Standard amounts per household, property limits, calculated amounts, etc., are subject to change without prior notice following amendments to relevant laws.