When To File Your Tax Return

The Internal Revenue Service begins processing tax returns The tax deadline for 2025 tax returns is April 15, 2026. You may have more time to file if you were affected by a federally-declared disaster or on the due date, you’re living out of the country or a military member stationed in or supporting work for a designated combat zone.

Find your deadlines if you file on a fiscal year. Find help if you need more time to file or pay.

Processing delays: The IRS is Timely negotiating checks and payments with financial institutions. There is a delay in processing payments that need additional handling to ensure they post to the taxpayers account correctly. See IRS statement on delay in processing some electronic payments Unsure about tax changes for this year, Find the latest tax changes

Ways to file for free

Filing federal tax returns are self explanatory and can be done by individuals. While the Internal Revenue Service is constantly implementing changes that many may find confusing, there is help. If you earn $69,000 or less, have a disability, need language support, or you are 60 years or older IRS-certified volunteers are available to help taxpayers effectively maintain compliance and utilize credits, deductions, and exemptions to maximize potential refunds or minimize possible penalties. If your adjusted gross income is $89,000 or less. There’s Help!

As it is essential for personal and financial growth, IRS compliance is not as difficult as one might think. Cultivation Central DIY Self-Assisted Tax Services helps guide you through the process of creating and utilizing IRS Individual Online Accounts designed to make it easier than ever to prepare, file, and submit tax returns. Find the right form for you

Remember Paper forms

Yup - You can file with paper forms and mail them to the IRS.

If you need more time, you will need to make request an extension by the April filing deadline. If you can't pay, get help with tax debt..

When you file your return, be sure to keep a record of your exact refund amount and your adjusted gross income so you can check your refund status, e-file next year and/or get tax information during the year. You can also find these numbers after we process your return in your online account.

If you haven't filed a past-due tax return, it’s not too late!

File a tax return for prior year(s)