CA Golden Stimulus
To qualify for CalEITC, you must:
Have taxable earned income less than $30,000
Not use “married/RDP filing separately” if married or RDP
Meet all other qualifications
If you meet these qualifications, you may receive either:
A one-time $600 payment
A one-time $1,200 payment if filing with an ITIN
The payment will be by direct deposit or check in the mail per tax return.
If you file your tax return after April 23, 2021:
Direct deposits: Allow up to 45 days after your return has processed
Paper checks: Allow up to 60 days after your return has processed
Some payments may need extra time to process for accuracy and completeness.
