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Instructions for Form IT-221 Disability Income Exclusion - New York
This document contains official instructions for Form IT-221 , Disability Income Exclusion - a form released and collected by the New York State Department of Taxation and Finance. An up-to-date fillable Form IT-221 is available for download through this link.
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Q: What is Form IT-221?A: Form IT-221 is a tax form in New York used to claim the Disability Income Exclusion.
Q: What is the Disability Income Exclusion?A: The Disability Income Exclusion is a tax benefit that allows qualifying individuals to exclude a portion of their disability income from their New York State taxable income.
Q: Who is eligible for the Disability Income Exclusion?A: To be eligible, you must be a New York State resident and have received disability income during the tax year.
Q: What types of disability income can be excluded?A: Social Security disability benefits, certain employer-provided disability benefits, and other disability benefits received under certain circumstances may qualify for exclusion.
Q: How do I claim the Disability Income Exclusion?A: You can claim the Disability Income Exclusion by completing and filing Form IT-221 with your New York State tax return.
Q: What supporting documentation do I need to provide?A: You may need to provide documentation such as copies of your disability award letter, pay stubs, or other proof of disability income.
Q: Is the Disability Income Exclusion available for federal taxes?A: No, the Disability Income Exclusion applies only to New York State taxes.
Q: What is the deadline to file Form IT-221?A: The deadline to file Form IT-221 is the same as the deadline for filing your New York State tax return, generally April 15th.
Q: Can I claim the Disability Income Exclusion if I am married?A: Yes, if you are married, you and your spouse may each be eligible to claim a separate Disability Income Exclusion.
Q: What if I have further questions or need assistance?A: If you have further questions or need assistance, you can contact the New York State Department of Taxation and Finance for more information.
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