i didn't work last year but i used my unemployment.is it necessary for me to file an income tax this year?

Question

i have two dependant'and the unemployment sent me my w2 form

Answer 1

Yes Unemployment Benefits are taxable income so you do need to file a tax return and claim those benefits



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Answer 2

Unemployment compensation is normally fully taxable. Depending upon how much you received, you may have to file a tax return.

Answer 3

Unemployment comp is taxable. If that, plus any other income you had, takes you over the limit for your filing status to be required to file, then you have to file, otherwise you don't.