The Form 1040 tax return is generally updated each year. Learn who uses it, how to fill it out, and how to file it with the IRS.
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All taxpayers in the U.S. are required to file taxes using Form 1040—or one of its variants—and any necessary schedules to report taxable income. More specifically, taxpayers who meet the following requirements must file a Form 1040.
Status
At the end of 2021 you were
Had a gross income of
Single
under 6565 or older
$12,550$14,250
Married filing jointly
under 65 (both spouses)65 or older (one spouse)65 or older (both spouses)
$25,100$26,450$27,800
Married filing separately
any age
$5
Head of household
under 6565 or older
$18,800$20,500
Qualifying widow(er)
under 6565 or older
$25,100$26,450