I don't know if I am old enough to file my taxes. Is there an age requirement?

Question

I hate taxes. They take too much money off my paycheck. So, of course, I want to file my taxes and try to get that money back. Unfortuantely, I'm afraid I might be too young to file taxes. So I'm wondering if there is a certain age requirement. If anyone knows, please share!

Answer 1

Yeah, as soon as you're born and even after you die.  There is no age requirement on taxes; there are infants who have tax liability and file tax returns, handled by their parents until they're old enough to do it themselves.

Answer 2

There is no age requirement. If they take taxes out you can file. Welcome to the real world.

Answer 3

No, there's not an age limitation, but there are income thresholds where you MUST file taxes.  

And you're smart to want to try to get that money back.  You'll need a 1040EZ form from the IRS, and a W2 from your employer... next year.  Filing deadline for 2007 has passed.

Answer 4

If you have taxes deducted and have a refund coming your age doesn't matter -- no charge --   8~)

Answer 5

If you're working you can file. If you're a minor you should file with your parents. If not, just file on your own.

Answer 6

There is no retirement age. You must file return if your income exceeds the filing limit.

For articles on your U.S. tax return, http://taxipay.blogspot.com/2008/04/list...

Answer 7

No, there's no age requirement.  A baby who has income can and might be required to file, although obviously the parents would file their return.