Tax Season is open! Take advantage of free filing resources today.

Tax Season is officially open. Using filing resources from the New York State Tax Department can make completing and submitting your return on time fast, secure, and even free, if you qualify.

If your 2021 income is $73,000 or less, you can file both your federal and New York State returns at no cost through the Tax Department website. Visit Free File, to see if you qualify to electronically file for free. 

You can save money like Owen D.:

For years, I paid someone else to do my taxes. Then I tried Free File. Now I’m kicking myself for not doing it sooner. I’ll save $300 every year. -Owen D., Albany, NY

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 Tip: Not eligible to Free File? Learn about other e-file options.

Before you file

Communicate with the Tax Department using Online Services. It's fast and secure!

1. Create an Individual Online Services account. You'll be able to confirm that we received your return and find the unique document locator number (DLN) that identifies your return. 
2. Sign up for electronic communications to receive letters or notices about your return—including your refund issue date—electronically.

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When you're ready to file

Gather your information and documentation.

• If you received unemployment compensation, request your Form 1099-G from the Department of Labor. Remember to include the full amount on your New York State personal income tax return.
• Log in to your Online Services account to verify the amounts of any extension or estimated tax payments you've made.
• Review our new video tutorials to help you e-file your return on your own.
• Request direct deposit—it's the easiest, fastest way to get your refund.

After you file

Check your refund status at your convenience!

Get the most up-to-date information about your refund and your return:

• online, using our Check your refund status tool, or
• by phone, at 518-457-5149. (Para español, oprima el dos.)

If you need help finding your refund amount, visit Refund amount requested for troubleshooting tips. 

For answers to some of your most common questions, visit Understanding your refund status (Español | 中文版 | Русская версия | বাঙালি | Kreyòl ayisyen | 한국어).

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Not expecting a refund? If you already filed and need to pay the amount owed on your return, pay directly on our website through Online Services.

If we send you a letter about your return, respond online. It's the fastest way to provide a response or send us documentation.

Review our checklists of acceptable proof first, to ensure your response is complete.

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