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General Business Credit - Form 3800
While the name is singular, the general business credit consists of numerous nonrefundable credits that may be taken by an individual who qualifies for the credit.
Form 5695 - Residential Energy Credits
With the passage of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act of 2025, the residential energy credits reported on Form 5695 expired at the end of 2025.
Form 8834, Qualified Electric Vehicle Credit
The Qualified Electric Vehicle Credit was available for certain new electric vehicles purchased between February 18, 2009 and December 31, 2011.
Form 8859, Carryforward of the District of Columbia First-Time Homebuyer Credit
The District of Columbia First-Time Homebuyer Credit was available to residents of D.C. who purchased a main home from 1997 to 2011, subject to certain qualifications.
Form 8801 - Credit for Prior Year Minimum Tax
Form 8801 is used to calculate the minimum tax credit, if any, for alternative minimum tax (AMT) incurred in prior tax years and to calculate any credit carryforward.
Schedule R - Credit for the Elderly or the Disabled
Taxpayers born on January 1 are considered to be age 65 the day before their 65th birthday.
Form 1116 - Foreign Tax Credit
US citizens and resident aliens filing Form 1040 are required to pay taxes on their worldwide income.
Adoption Credit - Form 8839
Taxpayers who adopt an eligible child may qualify for an adoption tax credit.
Form 8910 - Alternative Motor Vehicle Credit
The Alternative Motor Vehicle Credit expired in 2021.