Your California tax return may be ready and waiting for youWhat is ReadyReturn?
ReadyReturn is a free service we developed to make filing individual income tax returns easier. We use information the state already has from the last return you filed and from your Form W-2 to pre-fill a California state tax return. If you qualify, your return may be ready and waiting for you. All you need to do is review your return, make any necessary changes, and file your return. Get more information.
Who qualifies for ReadyReturn?
To qualify, you must have filed a 2008 California resident return with:
- Single or head of household filing status
- Income only from wages
- No more than five dependents
- No credits other than the renter's credit
- Standard deduction
In 2009, you must have had only one employer. Taxpayers who can be claimed as a dependent on another person's tax return qualify for ReadyReturn.
If your tax situation changed in 2009, you may still qualify for ReadyReturn. More information
What do I need to use ReadyReturn?
To check to see if you qualify, all you need is your name and social security number.
If you qualify but we have not received your final wage information, you can sign up to receive an email once your return is ready.
If you qualify, you will need:
- Your Customer Service Number (CSN) to access your ReadyReturn. You can get it online using information from your 2008 California income tax return. If your 2008 return is not available, call 800.353.9032.
- Adobe Reader (version 7.0 or higher) to view your ReadyReturn.
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What do I need to know before I use ReadyReturn?
- ReadyReturn is voluntary. You may view your return and decide not to file it. Just remember to file by April 15th if you have a filing requirement.
- Your ReadyReturn is based on information we currently have. If your information changed in the last year (for example, you have a new address), you will need to update your return to make it correct.
- You may make changes to all sections of the ReadyReturn we present. If you qualify for a tax credit or can benefit from itemizing your deductions, you can update your return online. ReadyReturn will automatically calculate your new tax liability based on the information you enter.
Do I qualify for ReadyReturn?
Click the continue button below to see if you qualify.