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Due to inclement weather, OTR’s Walk-In Center will have a delayed opening on Wednesday, January 28, and will open to the public at 10:00 a.m. We encourage taxpayers to complete their transactions online at MyTax.dc.gov or contact our Customer Service Call Center at 202-727-4TAX (4829) for assistance.

DC’s tax filing season officially opened yesterday, and as taxpayers begin preparing their returns, it’s important to remember that filing taxes comes with clear protections. The DC Taxpayer Bill of Rights ensures that taxpayers have the right to be informed, receive quality service, pay no more than the correct amount due, and challenge the District’s position if they disagree.

Taxpayers are also entitled to privacy, confidentiality, representation, independent review of disputes, finality, and a fair and just tax system. Knowing these rights can help taxpayers navigate filing season with confidence and peace of mind.

Due to inclement weather, OTR’s Walk-In Center will have a delayed opening on Tuesday, January 27, and will open to the public at 10:00 a.m. We encourage taxpayers to complete their transactions online at MyTax.dc.gov or contact our Customer Service Call Center at 202-727-4TAX (4829) for assistance.

Due to inclement weather, OTR’s Walk-In Center is closed to the public on Monday, January 26. We encourage taxpayers to complete their transactions online at MyTax DC or contact us at 202-727-4TAX for assistance.

Today is National Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) Day, a reminder for working individuals and families to claim the tax credit they have earned. The EITC is one of the most effective tools for putting money back in the pockets of low and moderate income workers. Still, many eligible taxpayers miss out each year because they are unaware they qualify.

This year is especially important for District residents. Washington, DC now provides a 100 percent match of the federal EITC. That means eligible taxpayers can receive the full federal credit plus an equal amount from DC, significantly increasing their refund and financial stability.

OTR encourages residents to file both their federal and DC tax returns to receive the full benefit. If you worked and meet the income requirements, be sure to claim the Earned Income Tax Credit.

The Office of Tax and Revenue (OTR) will host its annual Tax Practitioner’s Institute on Tuesday, January 13, 2026, beginning at 9 a.m. The workshop will be offered in a hybrid format, with an in-person session at 1101 4th St. SW, Suite W250, and a virtual option via Microsoft Teams. The seminar is free, but registration is required.

During the event, OTR will deliver a comprehensive presentation for tax preparers, featuring multiple speakers and an advance overview of updates for the upcoming tax-filing season and the new tax year.

Pre-Register Here:

Registration
During the week of January 5, registered preparers will receive an email containing the link needed to join the seminar.

Questions?
If you have questions, you would like addressed during the seminar, please email them in advance to communicationsotr@dc.gov. Presenters will respond to as many questions as possible during the session. (Please do not include any client-specific information.)

WASHINGTON, D.C. — The DC Office of Tax and Revenue (OTR) is offering temporary relief for federal employees and contractors during the ongoing federal government shutdown. The program is designed to assist those experiencing financial hardship as a result of the federal shutdown by suspending certain collection actions and allowing for deferred payment options.

Under the temporary relief program, eligible federal employees and contractors who can verify their employment status and demonstrate financial hardship will have collection actions such as bank levies and wage garnishments suspended through Dec. 31, 2025. Interest on outstanding balances will continue to accrue during this time.

Individuals who are currently on an OTR payment plan may also defer payments through Dec. 31, 2025, preventing their plans from being canceled or placed in default.

To apply for relief, taxpayers must contact OTR directly and provide:

• Verification of federal employment or contracting status (such as a recent pay stub) and
• A brief description of their financial hardship.

Office of Tax and Revenue Contact Information:
Phone: 202-724-5045
Email: Compliance@dc.gov

The relief measures will remain in effect until Dec. 31, 2025, unless the Office of Tax and Revenue extends the program based on future federal government developments.

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OTR is conducting two online seminars, via Microsoft Teams, to explain the Discount Tax Sale process to prospective bidders.

Potential purchasers are highly encouraged to attend.

Date/ times of the Virtual Seminars:
Thursday, November 13: 9:30am – 12:00 pm & 1:30 pm – 4:00 pm

How to Register:
1. Go to MyTax.DC.gov
2. Under REAL PROPERTY Click VIEW MORE OPTIONS
3. Under TAX SALE REGISTRATION Click REGISTER FOR A TAX SALE SEMINAR

Please visit https://otr.cfo.dc.gov/page/real-property-tax-sale to learn more.

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Currently, there is a text message scam that is occurring in the District of Columbia. Taxpayers are receiving text messages that claim to be from the DC Office of Tax and Revenue asking them to update their banking information. If you get a text message stating it is from DC’s Office of Tax and Revenue, please do not reply or click any link and delete it from your device. We will never send unsolicited text messages asking for personal information. If you have any questions, you can contact our Customer Service office at 202-727-4829 or visit MyTax DC.