North Carolina 2020 Individual Income Tax Return Form D-400

To submit the North Carolina 2020 Individual Income Tax Return Form D-400, follow these steps: Print the completed form and ensure all required fields are filled. Attach any necessary W-2s and supporting documents. Mail your return to the appropriate address: If due a refund, mail to N.C. DEPT. OF REVENUE, P.O. BOX R, RALEIGH, NC 27634-0001. If you are not due a refund, mail your return, any payment, and D-400V to N.C. DEPT. OF REVENUE, P.O. BOX 25000, RALEIGH, NC 27640-0640. Ensure you use U.S. currency from a domestic bank for any payments. My advice is to double-check all entries and attachments to prevent delays or issues with processing your return.

Important dates for the North Carolina 2020 Individual Income Tax Return Form D-400 include the filing deadline of April 15, 2021 for the 2020 tax year. If you were granted an automatic extension, the extended filing deadline is October 15, 2021. Keep these dates in mind to avoid penalties and ensure timely submission.

The purpose of the North Carolina 2020 Individual Income Tax Return Form D-400 is to report your income and calculate your state tax liability for the 2020 tax year. This form is required for all residents, part-year residents, and nonresidents who earned income in North Carolina. Accurate completion and timely submission of this form are necessary to comply with state tax laws and avoid potential penalties. The form includes fields for personal information, income details, deductions, and tax calculations. It is essential to follow the instructions provided to ensure all necessary information is accurately reported. The form also allows for contributions to specific funds and reporting of various tax credits. Submitting the form accurately and on time will help you avoid penalties, interest, and possible legal actions. Make sure to review your entries and attach all required documents before mailing the form to the appropriate address.

• 1. Your Social Security Number: Enter your Social Security number in this field.
• 2. Spouse's Social Security Number: Enter your spouse's Social Security number if filing a joint return.
• 3. Your First Name: Enter your first name in capital letters.
• 4. M.I. (Middle Initial): Enter your middle initial.
• 5. Your Last Name: Enter your last name in capital letters.
• 6. Spouse's First Name: Enter your spouse's first name if filing a joint return.
• 7. Spouse's M.I. (Middle Initial): Enter your spouse's middle initial if filing a joint return.
• 8. Spouse's Last Name: Enter your spouse's last name if filing a joint return.
• 9. Mailing Address: Enter your mailing address.
• 10. Apartment Number: Enter your apartment number if applicable.
• 11. City: Enter the city of your mailing address.
• 12. State: Enter the state of your mailing address.
• 13. Zip Code: Enter the zip code of your mailing address.
• 14. Country: Enter the country of your mailing address if not within the U.S.
• 15. County: Enter the first five letters of the county of your mailing address.
• 16. N.C. Education Endowment Fund Contribution: Indicate any contribution or designation of overpayment to the N.C. Education Endowment Fund.
• 17. Out of Country: Fill in the circle if you or your spouse were out of the country on April 15, 2021 and were U.S. citizens or residents.
• 18. Deceased Taxpayer Information: Fill in the circle if the return is filed and signed by an executor, administrator, or court-appointed personal representative. Enter the date of death of the deceased taxpayer or spouse.
• 19. Residency Status: Indicate your and your spouse's residency status for the entire year. Complete and attach Form D-400 Schedule PN if applicable.
• 20. Veteran Information: Indicate if you or your spouse are veterans.
• 21. Filing Status: Fill in one circle to indicate your filing status: Single, Married Filing Jointly, Married Filing Separately, Head of Household, or Qualifying Widow(er).
• 22. Federal Adjusted Gross Income: Enter your federal adjusted gross income.
• 23. Additions to Federal Adjusted Gross Income: Enter any additions to your federal adjusted gross income from Form D-400 Schedule S, Part A, Line 17.
• 24. Deductions from Federal Adjusted Gross Income: Enter any deductions from your federal adjusted gross income from Form D-400 Schedule S, Part B, Line 34.
• 25. Child Deduction: Enter the number of qualifying children for whom you were allowed a federal child tax credit and the amount of the child deduction.
• 26. N.C. Standard Deduction or N.C. Itemized Deductions: Fill in one circle to indicate if you are taking the N.C. standard deduction or N.C. itemized deductions. See Form D-400 Schedule A.
• 27. North Carolina Taxable Income: Enter your North Carolina taxable income, considering part-year residents and nonresidents must multiply the amount by a taxable percentage.
• 28. North Carolina Income Tax: Multiply your North Carolina taxable income by 5.25% (0.0525) to determine your state income tax.

Failing to submit the North Carolina 2020 Individual Income Tax Return Form D-400 can result in penalties and interest. Additionally, you may face potential legal action for failing to comply with tax laws.

• Penalties: Late submission can result in penalty fees.
• Interest: Interest may accrue on any unpaid taxes.
• Legal Action: Failure to file may result in legal enforcement actions.

• 1. Full-Year Residents: Use this form if you were a resident of North Carolina for the entire year.
• 2. Part-Year Residents: Use this form if you were a part-year resident of North Carolina.
• 3. Nonresidents: Use this form if you earned income in North Carolina but were not a resident.
• 4. Veterans: Veterans can use this form to report their income and tax information.
• 5. Extended Filers: Use this form if you were granted an automatic extension to file your federal income tax return.