VITA (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance)
Get Your Taxes Done at No Cost by IRS-certified Volunteers
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The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program serves low-income earners, seniors, and English language learners. ​To date, the Bergen Volunteers VITA program has saved over 1,000 residents $150,000 in fees and secured more than $1 million in refunds.​​
Do You Qualify for VITA?
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Income less than $75,000
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Bergen County Residents only
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Elderly/Seniors
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Individuals with disabilities
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College students
​You Do NOT Qualify for VITA If You Have:
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Rental income
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Day trading stock portfolio
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Business Taxes/Self Employment Taxes
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Abatements
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Foreign Trusts/Gifts
Secure Your Appointment with Our Online Scheduler
In-Person Tax Preparation: We have two convenient locations in Bergen County—Paramus and Northvale. Sessions take 1–3 hours. Please plan accordingly.
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Note: For the best experience, we recommend using a computer rather than a mobile device to access the scheduling tool.
Note: If the scheduler does not load, please visit calendly.com/bergenvolunteersvita
If these times do not work for you, you have options:
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Drop-Off: A limited number of virtual slots are available for those who prefer drop-off services. Call 201-777-3177 to schedule a Virtual Appointment.
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Click here for the IRS VITA Locator to find another VITA site.
What to Bring to Your Appointment
To help ensure your tax return is completed accurately and efficiently, we've created a checklist of all the documents you'll need to bring to your appointment. Click here for the printable "Tax Appointment Preparation Checklist."​
Directions:
Click here to view parking and client check-in instructions.