Pennsylvania Taxpayers Can File for Free to IRS Through Direct File

Pennsylvania taxpayers can now take part in a free and secure means of filing for free this tax season through Direct File.

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Direct File enables taxpayers to file directly with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) at no cost. It is a new tool that lets eligible taxpayers file their taxes directly online from their smartphone or computer.

The website is secure and available in English and Spanish. On average, filing on the site takes less than one hour to complete.

Filing

To file, taxpayers should:

• Visit Direct File to check eligibility. 

• If eligible, create an ID.me* login account, which helps to make sure tax data is absolutely secure. For assistance, view this step-by-step guide on creating the account.

• Use the interview-style tool on the website to complete federal taxes.

• Upon completing their taxes, visitors will be taken to a free state filing system on the state’s tax website to complete the state return as well.

When using Direct File, visitors will have access to live chat support from IRS staff in English and Spanish. Those who do not complete their filing all at once can save their progress and return to it later.

Eligibility

Most visitors to the site can use it if their 2024 taxes were relatively straightforward - for example, if they don’t itemize deductions, if income came primarily from W-2 employment, and if taxpayers can claim common credits such as the CTC, EITC, or premium tax credit. 

Tax filers with an Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN) who have previously filed taxes can participate. Also, taxpayers with a Social Security Number can apply regardless of having previously filed.

For more information, visit Direct File.