The Iowa Angel Investor Tax Credit, formerly known as the Venture Capital Qualifying Business Tax Credit, is a refundable tax credit available to qualifying investors who make eligible equity investments in businesses approved by the Iowa Economic Development Authority (IEDA). The credit is equal to 25% of the qualifying equity investment.
Eligibility
To qualify for the credit:
- You must have made a qualifying equity investment in a business approved by the Iowa Economic Development Authority (IEDA).
- The tax credit must have been awarded by the IEDA.
- You must have received a tax credit certificate number from the IEDA before claiming the credit on your Iowa tax return.
Credit Amount
- The credit is equal to 25% of the qualifying equity investment made in an approved business.
- The credit is refundable. If the credit exceeds your Iowa income tax liability, the excess is refunded.
Reporting Requirements
- Report the credit on the IA 148 Iowa Tax Credits Schedule using tax credit code 68.
- Enter the tax credit certificate number issued by the Iowa Economic Development Authority when claiming the credit.
- Include the completed IA 148 Tax Credits Schedule with your Iowa income tax return. Your claim may be denied if the required schedule is not included.
Important Information
- The credit was formerly known as the Venture Capital Qualifying Business Tax Credit.
- No new Angel Investor Tax Credits will be awarded after June 30, 2026, due to the repeal of the program. However, taxpayers may continue to claim tax credits that were awarded before that date for the applicable tax years.
Source:
2025 IA 1040 Expanded Instructions
2025 IA 148 Iowa Tax Credits Schedule Instructions
Disclaimer: Always verify details with official Federal or State Department of Revenue Forms and Instructions.