Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC)
U.S. Department of the Treasury / IRS (with state workforce agencies) · Federal
A federal income tax credit (generally up to $2,400 per eligible hire, more for certain veterans) for employers who hire people from groups that face employment barriers. Form 8850 must be submitted on or before the job offer. Note: authorized through Dec 31, 2025 — reconfirm for hires made in 2026.
What this program’s published criteria check
Requirements the program publishes
- A federal tax credit for employers, available nationwide.
Counts in your favour
- Most useful if you are hiring — the credit applies when you hire from certain targeted groups.
Who it covers
Available nationwide
Funding range
Up to $24,000
Deadline
No published deadline — confirm the current round on the official source
Application cost
The official application is free.
Official source
Always apply through the funder directly. FundBridge Navigator never submits on your behalf.
https://www.irs.gov/businesses/small-businesses-self-employed/work-opportunity-tax-creditInformation last verified July 22, 2026.
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Program criteria, amounts and deadlines change. Always confirm the current details on the official source above before applying. FundBridge Navigator LLC is independent and privately operated — we are not a government agency and are not affiliated with any government agency, and we are not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC) or its provider. We do not decide who receives funding and no outcome is promised.