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What is the Additional Child Tax Credit?

Quick Answer

The Additional Child Tax Credit (ACTC) is the refundable portion of the Child Tax Credit — up to $1,700 per qualifying child for 2025. It is phased in at 15% of earned income above $2,500, so very low earners get a smaller refundable amount.

How the Additional Child Tax Credit phases in with earned income.
Warren Team
Updated April 26, 2026
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