Prepare and file your federal income tax return online for free. File at an IRS partner site with the IRS Free File Program or use Free File Fillable Forms. It's safe, easy and no cost to you.

Dec 26, 2025 · IRS e-file shutdown and opening day dates The IRS will shut down on December 26, 2025 for individual and business returns. It will re-open mid to late January.

6 days ago · In 2025, nearly 300,000 Americans used a new electronic system to file their taxes directly with the IRS for free. In 2026, that’s no longer an option.

If you have wages, file Form 1040, U.S. Individual Income Tax Return or Form 1040-SR, U.S. Income Tax Return for Seniors. If you have a business or side income, file Form 1040 with a Schedule C.

4 days ago · IRS Direct File, a free online system for filing federal taxes, has been scrapped for 2026. Almost 300,000 people used IRS Direct File in 2025. So, are they out of luck, along with millions of ...

2 days ago · The IRS ended its free Direct File program, which had allowed taxpayers to bypass tax software services and file directly with the IRS.

Find guidance for filing personal income taxes and tax information for businesses, charities and nonprofits, international filers and others.

Nov 21, 2025 · Learn the basic steps to file your federal taxes and how to contact the IRS for help. Find out what documents you will need and how to pay if you owe money.

2 days ago · IRS announces 2026 tax filing season begins Jan. 26, with Free File program starting Jan. 9 for taxpayers earning $84,000 or less, while taxpayers have a April 15 deadline.

Dec 10, 2025 · Find e-Services tools for tax professionals, reporting agents, the mortgage industry, payers and others to complete IRS online transactions.