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IDOR News & Updates - March 4, 2024 |
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Illinois Tax Filing Tips & Resources
File electronically for the fastest refund!
If you are owed a refund this year, file electronically and request direct deposit. That's the fastest way to get your money.
The deadline to file your Illinois individual income tax return (IL-1040) is April 15.
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Average Processing Times
- Electronically filed returns: 4 - 6 weeks
- Paper filed returns: Up to 8 weeks
If you already filed your individual income tax return, you can check on the status of your refund by using Where's My Refund, available at tax.illinois.gov.
Free MyTax Illinois makes filing easier than ever!
- Simple question and answer format
- File with or without a MyTax Illinois account
- Reduce errors with automated calculations and prepopulated information from previous returns
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Report income from wages and salaries, retirement, Illinois income tax overpayment, and military pay
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Claim credits and payments for earned income, property tax, K-12 education expense, 529 plan contributions, U.S. Treasury Bonds and interest, withholding, and estimated payments
- Pay your tax electronically or receive refunds quickly with direct deposit
- Immediate confirmation of your submitted tax return
- Available 24 hours, 7 days a week
Learn more about MyTax Illinois and if you are eligible to use our free, simplified filing process.
IDOR Taxpayer Assistance
- Individuals with tax questions should contact IDOR’s Taxpayer Assistance Division at 1-800-732-8866 or by email address. Over-the-phone translation services are available. Our TTY number is 1-800-544-5304.
- Taxpayers may also visit any of IDOR’s offices located in Chicago, Des Plaines, Fairview Heights, Marion, Rockford, and Springfield to receive assistance. Staff at these locations can help with any Illinois state income tax filing inquiries and are available weekdays from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Free Tax Filing Assistance Programs
- The IRS's Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Service and Tax Counseling for the Elderly programs offer free tax help for individuals making $64,000 a year or less, people 60 years of age or older, individuals with disabilities, and taxpayers with limited English-speaking skills.
- The AARP Foundation Tax-Aide Program provides free tax assistance, with a special focus on taxpayers over the age of 50 or who have low-to-moderate income. Availability is determined at the local or community level. AARP membership is not required to receive assistance.
- In Chicagoland, the Ladder Up Tax Assistance Program (TAP) provides free basic tax return preparation for families earning up to $64,000 and individuals earning up to $32,000 annually.
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For the most up-to-date information, printable forms, schedules, and instructions for the 2023 tax year, please visit IDOR’s website at: tax.illinois.gov. |
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