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2. If I need to file a paper return which form should I use?
In order to determine which form to use, refer to the following:
- Form 5118 – City Resident Income Tax Return – Complete this form if you were a resident of the City of Detroit for the entire calendar year.
- Form 5119 – City Nonresident Income Tax Return – Complete this form if you were not a resident of the City of Detroit for any part of the calendar year, but had taxable income earned in the City of Detroit.
- Form 5120 – Part Year Income Tax Return – Complete this form if you were a resident of the City of Detroit for any portion of the calendar year, but were not a resident for the entire year.
See the E-File Section for additional information regarding e-filing your City of Detroit return