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The IT-540-2D is a tax form specifically designed for Louisiana residents who need to report their individual income tax. This form accommodates various filing statuses and allows taxpayers to claim exemptions, deductions, and credits that may apply to their financial situation. Understanding how to accurately complete this form is essential for ensuring compliance with state tax regulations and maximizing potential refunds.

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The IT-540 2D Louisiana form is an essential document for residents of Louisiana filing their individual income tax returns. This form captures critical information about the taxpayer and their spouse, if applicable, including Social Security numbers, dates of birth, and filing status. Taxpayers must indicate their exemptions and provide details about any dependents. The form guides users through calculating their federal adjusted gross income and allows for the declaration of various deductions, including federal itemized and standard deductions. Furthermore, it accommodates nonrefundable and refundable tax credits, which can significantly affect the overall tax liability. For those who have overpaid their taxes, the IT-540 2D also includes sections for donations to various charitable causes, allowing taxpayers to direct their refunds to organizations that support community initiatives. Completing this form accurately is crucial, as it directly influences tax calculations and potential refunds or payments due. Understanding the nuances of the IT-540 2D can empower taxpayers to navigate their obligations with confidence.

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Decedent Filing

Spouse Decedent

Address Change

Amended Return

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IT-540-WEB (Page 1 of 4)

IMPORTANT!

2022 LOUISIANA RESIDENT

You must enter your SSN below in the same

order as shown on your federal return.

Your legal first name

Init.

Last name

Suffix

Your

SSN

If joint return, spouse’s name

Init.

Last name

Suffix

Spouse’s

SSN

Present home address (number and street including rural route)

Unit Type

Number

City, Town, or APO

State

ZIP

Area code and daytime telephone number

Foreign Nation, if not United States (do not abbreviate)

Your Date of Birth

Spouse’s Date of Birth

FILING STATUS: Enter the appropriate number in the filing status box. It must agree with your federal return.

Enter a “1” in box if single.

Enter a “2” in box if married filing jointly. Enter a “3” in box if married filing separately. Enter a “4” in box if head of household.

If the qualifying person is not your dependent, enter name here.

6EXEMPTIONS:

6A	X	Yourself
6B		Spouse
6B		Spouse

65or older

Blind

Qualifying Widow(er)

Total of 6A & 6B

Enter a “5” in box if qualifying widow(er).

If the qualifying person is not your dependent, enter name here.

6C DEPENDENTS – Enter dependent information below. If you have more than 6 dependents, attach a statement to your return with the required information. Enter the number of dependents claimed on Federal Form 1040 or 1040-SR in the boxes here.

First Name

Last Name

Social Security Number

Relationship to you

Birth Date (mm/dd/yyyy)

IMPORTANT!

All four (4) pages of this return MUST be mailed in together along with your W-2s and completed schedules. Please paperclip. Do not staple.

6D	EXEMPTIONS – Total of 6A, 6B, and 6C	6D
6E	DEPENDENTS FOR CERTAIN ADOPTIONS DEDUCTION –	6E
	Enter the number of dependents included on Line 6C for whom
	you are claiming the Deduction for Certain Adoptions.
	Enter name here. _________________________________
6F	TOTAL EXEMPTIONS – Subtract Line 6E from Line 6D.	6F

FOR OFFICE USE ONLY

Field

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2022 Form IT-540-WEB (Page 2 of 4)

Enter your Social Security Number.

If you are not required to file a federal		Mark this box and enter zero “0” on Line 12.
return, indicate wages here.		Mark this box and enter zero “0” on Line 12.
return, indicate wages here.

7	FEDERAL ADJUSTED GROSS INCOME – If your Federal Adjusted	From Louisiana
		Schedule E,
	Gross Income is less than zero, enter “0.”
		attached

If you did not itemize your deductions on your federal return, leave Lines 8A through 8D blank and go to Line 9.

8A	FEDERAL ITEMIZED DEDUCTIONS

8B	FEDERAL ITEMIZED DEDUCTION FOR MEDICAL AND DENTAL EXPENSES

8C	FEDERAL STANDARD DEDUCTION

8D	EXCESS FEDERAL ITEMIZED DEDUCTIONS – Subtract Line 8C from Line 8B.

9YOUR LOUISIANA TAX TABLE INCOME – Subtract Line 8D from Line 7. If less than zero, enter “0.” Use this figure to find your tax in the tax tables.

10YOUR LOUISIANA INCOME TAX – Enter the amount from the tax table that corresponds with your filing status.

11NONREFUNDABLE PRIORITY 1 CREDITS – From Schedule C, Line 6

12TAX LIABILITY AFTER NONREFUNDABLE PRIORITY 1 CREDITS – Subtract Line 11 from Line 10. If the result is less than zero, or you are not required to file a federal return, enter zero “0.”

	2022 LOUISIANA REFUNDABLE CHILD CARE CREDIT – Your Federal Adjusted Gross Income
13	must be EQUAL TO OR LESS THAN $25,000 to claim the credit on this line. See the instructions				13
	and the Refundable Child Care Credit Worksheet.
13A	Enter the qualified expense amount from the	Refundable	Child Care Credit	Worksheet, Line 3.	13A
					13B
13B	Enter the amount from the Refundable Child Care Credit Worksheet, Line 6.				13B

	2022 LOUISIANA REFUNDABLE SCHOOL READINESS CREDIT – Your Federal Adjusted Gross
	Income must be EQUAL TO OR LESS THAN $25,000 to claim the credit on this line. See the
14	Refundable School Readiness Credit Worksheet.				14
	5	4	3	2
					15

15	EARNED INCOME CREDIT – See Louisiana Earned Income Credit (LA EIC) Worksheet, Line 3.

16	OTHER REFUNDABLE PRIORITY 2 CREDITS – From Schedule F, Line 9				16
					16

17	TOTAL REFUNDABLE PRIORITY 2 CREDITS – Add Lines 13, and 14 through 16. Do not include				17
17	amounts on Lines 13A and 13B.				17
	amounts on Lines 13A and 13B.

18TAX LIABILITY AFTER REFUNDABLE PRIORITY 2 CREDITS

19OVERPAYMENT AFTER REFUNDABLE PRIORITY 2 CREDITS

20NONREFUNDABLE PRIORITY 3 CREDITS – From Schedule J, Line 16

Enter the first 4 letters of your last name in these boxes.

CONTINUE ON NEXT PAGE.

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2022 Form IT-540-WEB (Page 3 of 4)

Enter your Social Security Number.

21	ADJUSTED LOUISIANA INCOME TAX – Subtract Line 20 from Line 18.

		No use tax due.
		No use tax due.
22	CONSUMER USE TAX - You must mark one of these boxes.	Amount from the Consumer
22	CONSUMER USE TAX - You must mark one of these boxes.


		Use Tax Worksheet.

23TOTAL INCOME TAX AND CONSUMER USE TAX – Add Lines 21 and 22.

24OVERPAYMENT OF REFUNDABLE PRIORITY 2 CREDITS – Enter the amount from Line 19.

25REFUNDABLE PRIORITY 4 CREDITS – From Schedule I, Line 6

26 AMOUNT OF LOUISIANA TAX WITHHELD FOR 2022 – Attach Forms W-2 and 1099.

PAYMENTS	27	AMOUNT OF CREDIT CARRIED FORWARD FROM 2021	27

			28
	28	AMOUNT OF ESTIMATED PAYMENTS MADE FOR 2022
			29
	29	AMOUNT OF EXTENSION PAYMENT

30 TOTAL REFUNDABLE TAX CREDITS AND PAYMENTS – Add Lines 24 through 29.

31OVERPAYMENT – If Line 30 is greater than Line 23, subtract Line 23 from Line 30. Your overpayment may be reduced by the Underpayment of Estimated Tax Penalty. Otherwise, go to Line 38.

32UNDERPAYMENT PENALTY – See the instructions for Underpayment Penalty and Form R-210R. If you are a farmer, check the box.

33ADJUSTED OVERPAYMENT – If Line 31 is greater than Line 32, subtract Line 32 from Line 31, and enter on Line 33. If Line 32 is greater than Line 31, subtract Line 31 from Line 32, and enter the balance on Line 38.

34TOTAL DONATIONS – From Schedule D, Line 22

REFUND DUE

35	SUBTOTAL – Subtract Line 34 from Line 33. This amount of overpayment is available for credit or refund.		35

36	AMOUNT OF LINE 35 TO BE CREDITED TO 2023 INCOME TAX	CREDIT	36

AMOUNT TO BE REFUNDED – Subtract Line 36 from Line 35. If mailing to LDR, use Address 2 on the next page.

37 Enter a “2” in box if you want to receive your refund by paper check.

Enter a “3” in box if you want to receive your refund by direct deposit. Complete

REFUND

information below. If information is unreadable, you are filing for the first time, or if

you do not make a refund selection, you will receive your refund by paper check.

DIRECT DEPOSIT INFORMATION

Type:

Checking

Savings

Will this refund be forwarded to a financial

Yes

institution located outside the United States?

Routing

Account

Number

Enter the first 4 letters of your last name in these boxes.

COMPLETE AND SIGN RETURN ON NEXT PAGE.

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Enter your Social Security Number.

	38	AMOUNT YOU OWE – If Line 23 is greater than Line 30, subtract Line 30 from Line 23.

	39	ADDITIONAL DONATION TO THE MILITARY FAMILY ASSISTANCE FUND
LOUISIANA
	40	ADDITIONAL DONATION TO THE COASTAL PROTECTION AND RESTORATION FUND

	41	ADDITIONAL DONATION TO LOUISIANA FOOD BANK ASSOCIATION

	42	INTEREST – From the Interest Calculation Worksheet, Line 5.
DUE	42	INTEREST – From the Interest Calculation Worksheet, Line 5.

	43	DELINQUENT FILING PENALTY – From the Delinquent Filing Penalty Calculation Worksheet, Line 3.
AMOUNTS	43

	44	DELINQUENT PAYMENT PENALTY – From Delinquent Payment Penalty Calculation Worksheet, Line 7.

	45	UNDERPAYMENT PENALTY – See the instructions for Underpayment Penalty and Form R-210R.

		If you are a farmer, check the box.
		If you are a farmer, check the box.

		BALANCE DUE LOUISIANA – Add Lines 38 through 45.	PAY THIS AMOUNT.
	46	If mailing to LDR, use address 1 below. For electronic payment	PAY THIS AMOUNT.
		options, see instructions.

IMPORTANT!

All four (4) pages of this return

MUST be mailed in together along

with your W-2s and completed schedules. Please paperclip.

Do not staple.

DO NOT SEND CASH.

Under penalties of perjury, I declare that I have examined this return and accompanying schedules and statements, and to the best of my knowledge and belief, they are true, correct, and complete. Declaration of preparer (other than taxpayer) is based on all information of which preparer has any knowledge. If I made a contribution to a START Savings Program, I consent that my Social Security Number may be given to the Louisiana Office of Student Financial Assistance to properly identify the START Savings Program account holder. If married filing jointly, both Social Security Numbers may be submitted. I understand that by submitting this form I authorize the disbursement of individual income tax refunds through the method as described on Line 37.

Your Signature

Date (mm/dd/yyyy)

Spouse’s Signature (If filing jointly, both must sign.)

Date (mm/dd/yyyy)

PAID

PREPARER USE ONLY

Print/Type Preparer’s Name	Preparer’s Signature	Date (mm/dd/yyyy)	Check if Self-employed

Firm’s Name ➤		Firm’s FEIN ➤

Firm’s Address ➤		Telephone ➤

Enter the first 4 letters of your last name in these boxes.

{ A d d r e s s }

	Individual Income Tax Return
	Calendar year return due 5/15/2023

1	Mail Balance Due Return with Payment
	TO: Department of Revenue
	P. O. Box 3550
	Baton Rouge, LA 70821-3550

2	Mail All Other Individual Income Tax Returns
	TO: Department of Revenue
	P. O. Box 3440
	Baton Rouge, LA 70821-3440

PTIN, FEIN, or LDR Account Number

of Paid Preparer

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ATTACH TO RETURN IF COMPLETED.

Enter your Social Security Number.

SCHEDULE C – 2022 NONREFUNDABLE PRIORITY 1 CREDITS

1CREDIT FOR TAX LIABILITIES PAID TO OTHER STATES – A copy of the return filed with the other states and Form R-10606 must be submitted with this schedule.

Additional Nonrefundable Priority 1 Credits

Enter credit description and associated code, along with the dollar amount of credit claimed. See the instructions.

Credit Description

Credit Code

Amount of Credit Claimed

6TOTAL NONREFUNDABLE PRIORITY 1 CREDITS – Add Lines 1B, and 2 through 5. Also, enter this amount on Form IT-540, Line 11.

Description	Code
Premium Tax	100

Bone Marrow	120

Description	Code
Qualified Playgrounds	150

Debt Issuance	155

Description	Code
Other	199

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ATTACH TO RETURN IF COMPLETED.

Enter your Social Security Number.

SCHEDULE D – 2022 DONATION SCHEDULE

Individuals who file an individual income tax return and have overpaid their tax may choose to donate all or part of their overpayment shown on Line 33 of Form IT-540 to the organizations or funds listed below. Enter on Lines 2 through 21, the portion of the overpayment you wish to donate. The total on Line 22 cannot exceed the amount of your overpayment on Line 33 of Form IT-540.

Adjusted Overpayment – From IT-540, Line 33

DONATIONS OF LINE 1

2The Military Family Assistance Fund

3Coastal Protection and Restoration Fund

4The START Program

5Wildlife Habitat and Natural Heritage Trust Fund

6Louisiana Cancer Trust Fund

7Louisiana Pet Overpopulation Advisory Council

8Louisiana Food Bank Association

9Make-A-Wish Foundation of the Texas Gulf Coast and Louisiana

10Louisiana Association of United Ways/LA 2-1-1

11American Red Cross

DONATIONS OF LINE 1

12Louisiana National Guard Honor Guard for Military Funerals

13Louisiana State Troopers Charities, Inc.

14Louisiana Horse Rescue Association

15Louisiana Coalition Against Domestic Violence

16Dreams Come True, Inc.

17Sexual Trauma Awareness and Response (STAR)

Louisiana State University Agricultural

18Center Grant Walker Educational Center (4-H Camp Grant Walker)

19Maddie’s Footprints

20University of New Orleans Foundation

21Southeastern Louisiana University Foundation

22	TOTAL DONATIONS – Add Lines 2 through 21. This amount cannot be more than Line 1. Also, enter this amount	22
22	on Form IT-540, Line 34.	22
	on Form IT-540, Line 34.

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	ATTACH TO RETURN IF COMPLETED.
		Enter your Social Security Number.
SCHEDULE E – 2022 ADJUSTMENTS TO INCOME		Enter your Social Security Number.
SCHEDULE E – 2022 ADJUSTMENTS TO INCOME

1FEDERAL ADJUSTED GROSS INCOME – Enter the amount from your Federal Form 1040 or 1040-SR, Line 11. Check box if amount is less than zero.

	2A	INTEREST AND DIVIDEND INCOME FROM OTHER STATES AND THEIR POLITICAL
	2A	SUBDIVISIONS
		SUBDIVISIONS


	2B	RECAPTURE OF START CONTRIBUTIONS

	2C	RECAPTURE OF START K12 CONTRIBUTIONS

	2D	ADD BACK OF PASS – THROUGH ENTITY LOSS

	3	TOTAL – Add Lines 1, 2A, 2B, 2C, and 2D.

EXEMPT INCOME – Enter on Lines 4A through 4G the amount of exempted income included in Line 1 above. Enter the description and associated code, along with the dollar amount. See the instructions.

	Exempt Income Description	Code
4A			E


4B
4B			E



4C			E



4D			E



4E			E



4F			E



4G			E


4H	EXEMPT INCOME – Add Lines 4A through 4G.

LOUISIANA ADJUSTED GROSS INCOME – Subtract Line 4H from Line 3. Also, enter this

5amount on Form IT-540, Line 7. Mark the box on Form IT-540, Line 7, indicating that Schedule E was used.

Amount

Description - See instructions.

Code

Interest and Dividends on U.S. Government Obligations

01E

Louisiana State Employees’ Retirement Benefits

02E

Taxpayer date retired:

Spouse date retired:

Louisiana State Teachers’ Retirement Benefits

03E

Taxpayer date retired:

Spouse date retired:

Federal Retirement Benefits

04E

Taxpayer date retired:

Spouse date retired:

Other Retirement Benefits – Provide name or statute: _______________________________________________

05E

Taxpayer date retired:

Spouse date retired:

Annual Retirement Income Exemption for Taxpayers 65 or over

06E

Provide name of pension or annuity: _______________________________________________________________

	Description - See instructions.	Code

	Taxable Amount of Social Security	07E
	Native American Income	08E
	START Savings Program Contribution	09E
	Military Pay Exclusion	10E
	Road Home	11E
	Recreation Volunteer	13E
	Volunteer Firefighter	14E
	Voluntary Retrofit Residential Structure	16E
	Elementary and Secondary School Tuition	17E
	Educational Expenses for Home-Schooled Children	18E
	Educational Expenses for Quality Public Education	19E
	Capital Gain from Sale of Louisiana Business	20E
	Employment of Certain Qualified Disabled Individuals	21E
	S Bank Shareholder Income Exclusion	22E
	Entity Level Taxes Paid to Other States	23E
	Pass - Through Entity Exclusion	24E
	IRC 280C Expense Adjustment	25E
	COVID-19 Relief Benefits	27E
	START K12 Savings Program Contributions	28E
	Digital Nomads	29E
	Certain Adoptions	30E
	Other, see instructions.	49E
	Identify: ____________________________________________	49E
	Identify: ____________________________________________

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ATTACH TO RETURN IF COMPLETED.

2022 Louisiana School Expense Deduction Worksheet

Your Name

Your Social Security Number

I.This worksheet should be used to calculate the three School Expense Deductions listed below. Refer to Revenue Information Bulletins 09-019 and 12-008 on LDR’s website for more information. Expenses paid with amounts deducted as START K12 Savings Program Contributions are not eligible for this deduction.

1.Elementary and Secondary School Tuition – R.S. 47:297.10 provides a deduction for amounts paid during the tax year for tuition and fees required for your dependent child’s enrollment in a nonpublic elementary or secondary school that complies with the criteria set forth in Brumfield v. Dodd and Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code or to any public elementary or secondary laboratory school that is operated by a public college or university. The school can verify that it complies with the criteria. The deduction is equal to the actual amount of tuition and fees paid per dependent, limited to $5,000. The tuition and fees that can be deducted include amounts paid for tuition, fees, uniforms, textbooks and other supplies required by the school.

2.Educational Expenses for Home-Schooled Children – R.S. 47:297.11 provides a deduction for educational expenses paid during the tax year for home-schooling your dependent child. In order to qualify for the deduction, you must be approved by the State Board of Elementary and Secondary Education (BESE) for home-schooling. The deduction is equal to 50 percent of the actual qualified educational expenses paid for the home-schooling per dependent, limited to $5,000. Qualified educational expenses include amounts paid for the purchase of textbooks and curricula necessary for home-schooling.

3.Educational Expenses for a Quality Public Education – R.S. 47:297.12 provides a deduction for the fees or other amounts paid during the tax year for a quality education of a dependent child enrolled in a public elementary or secondary school, including Louisiana Department of Education approved charter schools. The deduction is equal to 50 percent of the amounts paid per dependent, limited to $5,000. The amounts that can be deducted include amounts paid for uniforms, textbooks and other supplies required by the school.

II.On the chart below, list the name of each qualifying dependent and the name of the school the student attends. If the student is home-schooled, enter “home-schooled.” Enter an “X” in the box in column 1 if your dependent qualifies for the Elementary and Secondary School Tuition deduction, column 2 for Educational Expenses for Home-Schooled Children deduction, or column 3 for Quality Public Education deduction. If you have more than six qualifying dependents, attach a statement to your return with the required information.

			Deduction as described
Student	Name of Qualifying Dependent	Name of School	above in Section I
			1	2	3
A

B

C

D

E

F

III.Using the letters that correspond to each qualifying dependent listed in Section II, list the amount paid per student for each qualifying expense. For students attending a qualifying school, the expense must be for an item required by the school. Refer to the information in Section I to determine which expenses qualify for the deduction. Retain copies of canceled checks, receipts and other documentation in order to support the amount of qualifying expenses. If you checked column 1 in Section II, skip the 50% calculation below; however, the deduction is still limited to $5,000.

Qualifying Expense		List the amount paid for each student as listed in Section II.

	A	B	C	D		E		F
	A	B	C	D		E		F

Tuition and Fees

School Uniforms

Textbooks or Other Instructional Materials

Supplies

Total (add amounts in each column)

If column 2 or 3 in Section II was checked,	50%	50%	50%	50%	50%			50%
multiply by:	50%	50%	50%	50%	50%			50%
multiply by:

Deduction per Student – Enter the result
or $5,000, whichever is less.

IV. Total the Deduction per Student in Section III, based on the deduction for which the students qualified				as marked in	boxes 1,		2, or 3 in Section II.

Enter the Elementary and Secondary School Tuition Deduction here and on IT-540, Schedule E, code 17E.						$

Enter the Educational Expenses for Home-Schooled Children Deduction here and on IT-540, Schedule E, code 18E.						$

Enter the Educational Expenses for a Quality Public Education Deduction here and on IT-540, Schedule E, code 19E.						$

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ATTACH TO RETURN IF COMPLETED.

Enter your Social Security Number.

SCHEDULE F – 2022 REFUNDABLE PRIORITY 2 CREDITS

Enter credit description and associated code, along with the dollar amount of credit claimed. See the instructions.

Credit Description

5A	School Readiness Child Care Directors and Staff Credit - Facility License Number

Credit Code			Amount of Credit Claimed
		1
	F	1


	F	2


	F	3


	F	4


	F	5

Transferable, Refundable Priority 2 Credits

Enter the State Certification Number from Form R-6135, along with the dollar amount of credit claimed. See the instructions.

Credit Description

6.Musical and Theatrical Production

6A.

7.Musical and Theatrical Production

Credit Code				Amount of Credit Claimed

	6	2	F	6

6 2 F	7

7A.

8. Musical and Theatrical Production

8A.

9.OTHER REFUNDABLE PRIORITY 2 CREDITS – Add Lines 1 through 8. Also, enter this amount on Form IT-540, Line 16.

Description	Code	Description	Code	Description	Code	Description	Code

Ad Valorem Offshore Vessels	52F	Technology Commercialization	59F	School Readiness Business –	67F	Stillborn Child	76F
Ad Valorem Offshore Vessels	52F	Technology Commercialization	59F	Supported Child Care	67F	Stillborn Child	76F
				Supported Child Care
Telephone Company Property	54F	Historic Residential	60F	School Readiness Fees and Grants to	68F	Funeral and Burial Expense for a	77F
Telephone Company Property	54F	Historic Residential	60F	Resource and Referral Agencies	68F	Pregnancy-related Death	77F
				Resource and Referral Agencies		Pregnancy-related Death
Prison Industry Enhancement	55F	School Readiness Child Care	65F	Retention and Modernization	70F	Other Refundable Credit	80F
Prison Industry Enhancement	55F	Provider	65F	Retention and Modernization	70F	Other Refundable Credit	80F
		Provider
Milk Producers	58F	School Readiness Child Care	66F	Digital Interactive Media & Software	73F
Milk Producers	58F	Directors and Staff	66F	Digital Interactive Media & Software	73F
		Directors and Staff

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When filling out the IT-540 2D Louisiana form, there are important dos and don'ts to keep in mind. Adhering to these guidelines can help ensure that your tax return is accurate and processed efficiently.

Do enter your filing status correctly, ensuring it matches your federal return.
Do provide accurate Social Security numbers for yourself and your spouse.
Do include all dependents and their information if applicable.
Do double-check your calculations, especially for income and deductions.
Don't leave any required fields blank; fill in all necessary information.
Don't forget to sign and date your return before submitting it.
Don't submit cash; always use a check or electronic payment for any amounts owed.

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Completing the IT-540-2D form for Louisiana state taxes requires careful attention to detail. This form is designed for residents filing their income tax returns. As you proceed, it is essential to gather all necessary documentation and ensure that your information is accurate. The following steps will guide you through the process of filling out the form correctly.

Begin by entering your personal information in the designated fields. This includes your name, Social Security number, and date of birth.
Indicate your filing status by placing the appropriate number in the filing status box. Ensure this matches your federal return.
List your exemptions. Enter "1" if you are single, "2" if married filing jointly, "3" if married filing separately, "4" if head of household, and "5" if qualifying widow(er).
If applicable, indicate if you or your spouse are 65 or older or blind by marking the appropriate boxes.
Provide information for your dependents. If you have more than six, attach a statement with the necessary details.
Calculate your total exemptions by adding the numbers from the previous steps and enter this total in the appropriate box.
Next, move to the income section. If you are not required to file a federal return, indicate your wages and enter zero on Lines 7 through 16.
Input your Federal Adjusted Gross Income from your federal return. If it is less than zero, enter "0."
Fill in the federal itemized deductions or standard deduction as applicable.
Calculate your Louisiana tax table income by subtracting the deductions from your adjusted gross income.
Complete the nonrefundable tax credits section by entering applicable amounts from your worksheets.
Calculate your adjusted Louisiana income tax by subtracting total nonrefundable tax credits from your Louisiana income tax.
Proceed to the refundable tax credits section and enter any applicable amounts.
Calculate your total refundable tax credits and payments by adding the relevant lines together.
If you have overpaid, calculate your overpayment by subtracting your total income tax from your total refundable tax credits.
Indicate how you would like to receive your refund by marking the appropriate box and providing necessary banking information for direct deposit.
Finally, sign and date the form, ensuring all required signatures are present if filing jointly.

Once you have completed the form, review it thoroughly for accuracy. Ensure all calculations are correct and that you have included any necessary attachments. After confirming that everything is in order, submit your form by the due date to avoid any penalties.

The IT-540-2D form is essential for Louisiana residents filing their state income taxes. In addition to this form, several other documents may be required or beneficial during the filing process. Below is a list of commonly used forms and documents that complement the IT-540-2D.

Form W-2: This form reports wages earned and taxes withheld by employers. It is crucial for accurately calculating your income and tax liability.
Form 1099: Used to report various types of income other than wages, salaries, and tips. This includes freelance work or interest earned from bank accounts.
Form 1040: The federal income tax return form that provides a comprehensive overview of your income and deductions. It serves as a basis for your state tax return.
Schedule A: This form is for itemizing deductions on your federal tax return. If you choose to itemize instead of taking the standard deduction, this form will be necessary.
Schedule C: If you are self-employed, this form reports income and expenses from your business. It is essential for determining your net profit or loss.
Schedule E: This form is used to report income or loss from rental real estate, royalties, partnerships, S corporations, estates, trusts, and more.
Form R-540: This is the Louisiana Resident Individual Income Tax Return. It is used alongside the IT-540-2D for additional reporting or adjustments.
Rental Application Form: To streamline the tenant screening process, access the comprehensive rental application form to gather essential information from potential renters.
Consumer Use Tax Worksheet: This document helps calculate any use tax owed on purchases made outside of Louisiana that were not taxed at the time of purchase.

Gathering these documents will help ensure a smooth and accurate tax filing process. It is advisable to review each form carefully to understand its purpose and requirements before submission.

The IT-540-2D form is the Louisiana Resident Individual Income Tax Return. It is specifically designed for residents of Louisiana to report their income, calculate their tax liability, and claim any applicable credits or deductions. This form must be filed by individuals who meet certain income thresholds or have specific tax situations, such as claiming dependents or qualifying for certain tax credits.

Your filing status is determined based on your marital status and family situation as of the end of the tax year. The form provides five options:

Single
Married filing jointly
Married filing separately
Head of household
Qualifying widow(er)

It is crucial to choose the status that aligns with your federal return, as this will affect your tax calculations.

When claiming dependents on the IT-540-2D form, you must provide specific details for each dependent, including:

First and last name
Social Security number
Relationship to you
Birth date (in mm/dd/yyyy format)

If you have more than six dependents, you will need to attach a separate statement with the required information. The total number of dependents claimed will impact your exemptions and tax calculations.

If your total income tax calculated on the IT-540-2D exceeds the payments and credits you have made, you will owe a balance. This amount should be entered on Line 36 of the form. Conversely, if your payments and credits exceed your tax liability, you may be eligible for a refund. The form provides options for how you wish to receive your refund, including direct deposit or a paper check. Make sure to complete the relevant sections to ensure accurate processing of your tax return.

Filling out the IT-540-2D Louisiana form can be a straightforward process, but many individuals make common mistakes that can lead to delays or issues with their tax returns. One frequent error occurs when taxpayers do not match their filing status with their federal return. It’s essential to ensure that the number entered in the filing status box corresponds accurately to the federal return. For example, if someone is married filing jointly on their federal return, they should enter “2” on the Louisiana form. Failing to do this can result in complications or even rejection of the return.

Another mistake involves the calculation of exemptions. Taxpayers often overlook the need to total their exemptions correctly. This total should include amounts from 6A, 6B, and 6C. If the total is not accurately calculated, it can affect the overall tax liability. Additionally, if there are more than six dependents, it’s important to attach a separate statement with the required information. Not doing so can lead to processing delays.

Many people also forget to check the federal adjusted gross income section. If the income is less than zero, the form requires entering “0.” This step is crucial, as it ensures that the tax calculations proceed correctly. Another common oversight is in the federal itemized deductions and standard deduction sections. Taxpayers may mistakenly enter incorrect figures, which can lead to incorrect tax calculations. It's vital to double-check these numbers against the federal return.

Finally, when it comes to refundable tax credits, individuals sometimes neglect to fill out the necessary worksheets or provide the required amounts. For instance, the Refundable Child Care Credit requires specific figures from the associated worksheet. If these amounts are not included, it could result in missing out on potential refunds. Additionally, taxpayers should always review their direct deposit information carefully. If the information is unclear or incorrect, it may delay the receipt of any refunds.

The IT-540 2D form is an important document for Louisiana residents filing their state income tax returns. However, several misconceptions surround its use and requirements. Understanding these can help ensure accurate filings and avoid potential issues. Here are nine common misconceptions:

It is only for single filers. Many believe the IT-540 2D form is exclusively for individuals filing as single. In reality, it accommodates various filing statuses, including married filing jointly, married filing separately, and head of household.
All taxpayers must file this form. Some assume that every resident must file the IT-540 2D. However, if your income is below a certain threshold or if you are not required to file a federal return, you may not need to submit this form.
Only residents can use the IT-540 2D. There is a misconception that only full-time Louisiana residents can file this form. Non-residents who earn income in Louisiana may also need to file a Louisiana tax return, but they would use a different form.
Filing status must match the federal return. Some taxpayers think they can choose any filing status on the IT-540 2D. While it is true that the filing status on this form should generally align with the federal return, there are specific circumstances where this may not apply.
Dependents must be claimed on the federal return. Many believe that dependents can only be claimed if they are included on the federal tax return. Louisiana allows taxpayers to claim dependents on the IT-540 2D, even if they are not claimed federally.
All credits are automatically applied. Some taxpayers think that all tax credits will automatically reduce their tax liability. It is essential to complete the necessary sections of the IT-540 2D to claim specific credits, as they do not apply automatically.
Refunds are always issued via paper check. There is a common belief that refunds will only be sent as paper checks. In fact, taxpayers can choose to receive their refunds through direct deposit or on a MyRefund Card, providing more flexibility.
Amended returns cannot be filed using this form. Some individuals think that if they need to amend their tax return, they cannot use the IT-540 2D. In reality, you can indicate that you are filing an amended return on this form.
The form must be filed by April 15. While many tax forms are due on April 15, Louisiana allows a different deadline for the IT-540 2D. For 2013, for example, the due date was May 15, providing additional time for residents to file.

Addressing these misconceptions can help ensure that taxpayers complete their IT-540 2D forms accurately and efficiently, ultimately leading to a smoother tax filing experience.

Enter the total of Net Tax Liability Paid to Other States from Form R-10606.

Enter the Credit for Taxes Paid to Other States from Form R-10606.

Fact Name	Description
Form Purpose	The IT-540-2D is used for filing individual income tax returns for Louisiana residents.
Filing Status	Taxpayers must select their filing status, which must match the status on their federal return.
Exemptions	Taxpayers can claim exemptions for themselves, their spouse, and dependents on the form.
Tax Credits	The form includes sections for both nonrefundable and refundable tax credits applicable in Louisiana.
Deadline	The return is due by May 15 of the year following the tax year being reported.
Governing Law	The IT-540-2D is governed by Louisiana Revised Statutes Title 47.