Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC)

The California WOTC Processing Center has moved to a new location!

The Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC) promotes the hiring of individuals who qualify as members of target groups, by providing a federal tax credit incentive of up to $9,000 for employers who hire them.

The Employment Development Department is the WOTC certifying agency for California employers.

• Basic information about the WOTC.
• If you are already familiar with WOTC eligibility and procedures, you can go directly to the list of forms available for downloading.
• Answers to frequently asked questions about WOTC.
• Job seekers -- see how you can use WOTC to improve your chances of being hired.
• Employers -- detailed information about WOTC and how you can make it work for you.
• Information about the Empowerment Zone/Renewal Communities/ Rural Renewal County Tax Credits.
• HUD Address Locator.