March 8, 2024

The Arizona Department of Revenue announced Thursday that the IRS and Arizona’s free online tax filing systems will officially open to all eligible taxpayers on Tuesday, March 12th.

A select number of citizens in a few states, including Arizona, have been pilot testing the IRS Direct File platform, which allows you to file your income taxes for free without having to use third-party software. After completing your federal return, you can then choose to e-file your state return with Arizona’s new online system.

Officials note that eligibility is restricted to those who are only reporting common types of income, earned only in Arizona; claiming limited credits and deductions; and who did not receive the Arizona Families Tax Rebate in 2023.

You can find complete eligibility requirements, and get started, at directfile.irs.gov or fileyourstatetaxes.org.

Josh Freeman | KAZM News Director | josh@mellowmountainradio.com