Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (vita)
Provided by UNITED WAY OF SANTA BARBARA COUNTY
Descriptions
Offers free tax preparation assistance for individuals and families residing in Santa Barbara County.
- tax preparer can assist with general tax information, tax preparation, and filing, along with ITIN applications and renewals.
- Serves clients by appointment only
- Tax preparation will take place from February 2, through April 15, 2026.
Please visit Tax Assistance to schedule an appointment and program details.
Eligibility
Annual individual income must be $67,000 or less or household income of $174,000
Application Process
By appointment only
https://www.unitedwaysb.org/vita
Documents
-Proof of identification (driver's license, state photo ID or other government issued identification that includes a photo)
-Social Security cards for you, your spouse and dependents
-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
-Proof of foreign status, if applying for an ITIN
-Wage and earning statements (Form W-2, W-2G, 1099-R,1099-Misc) from all employers
-Social Security Benefit Statements (SSA-1099), if applicable -Interest and dividend statements from banks (Forms 1099)
-A copy of last year's federal and state returns, if available
-Proof of bank account routing and account numbers for direct deposit such as a blank check
-To file taxes electronically on a married-filing-joint tax return, both spouses must be present to sign the required forms
-Total paid for daycare provider and the daycare provider's tax identifying number such as their Social Security number or business Employer Identification Number
-Forms 1095-A, B and C, Health Coverage Statements Copies of income transcripts from IRS and state, if applicable
Fees
No fee
Service Areas
- Santa Barbara County
Phone
| (805) 965-8591 | Office Phone |
Hours
Hours vary, call or visit website for additional information
Website
Address
Uc Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara, CA, 93106
Address
Uc Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara, CA, 93106
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Information last updated: 2025-12-11T00:00:00