Maryland Tax Toolkit
The IRS tax filing season will begin on January 27th. Tax season in Maryland will begin on the same day with a controlled rollout in accordance with IRS best practices. Full tax return processing is expected to begin on February 3rd.
We want to help you – and all Maryland – pay taxes to ensure the state has the funds it needs to run our schools, transportation, healthcare and public safety needs! We are dedicated to improving the tax filing process and making it simple, safe, and efficient. This page is designed to share key information to help you navigate the resources and tools that we offer to make filing taxes easier.
If you are one of the more than 3 million people working on your tax year 2024 income tax returns, visit this page to see what’s new, from tax forms, to tax rates, and deductions. The deadline to file individual income tax returns or to request an extension is April 15, 2025. Individuals with questions regarding income tax return filings and payments can email the Taxpayer Services Division taxhelp@marylandtaxes.gov, call 1-800-MDTAXES (1-800-638-2937), or visit one of our branch offices.
Direct File (New!)
Maryland is one of 24 states participating in the Internal Revenue Services' Direct File program, a new free online filing system that will make federal and state tax filings easier in 2025. An estimated 870,000 Marylanders will be able to use Direct File to file their federal tax returns first and then file their state tax return through a portal built by our partners at Code for America that will transfer key data from your federal to your state return.
Check your Eligibility to Use Direct File
2025 Tax Season Webinars
As tax filing season approaches, we’d like to share an exciting opportunity for Marylanders: the launch of IRS Direct File, a new online tax filing service allowing eligible Marylanders to prepare and file their tax returns electronically for free, directly with the government. Direct File allows Marylanders to file a return with both the IRS and with the State of Maryland, saving time and money.
We invite you to join one of our upcoming webinars to learn more about how the secure and convenient Direct File system works and the benefits Marylanders can expect by filing online. If you have any questions, please reach out to Andi Overton, Director of Public Engagement, at aoverton@marylandtaxes.gov
Tax Season Resources with the Maryland Comptroller’s Office
January 22, 2025, at 12:00 p.m.
This webinar will provide resources, tax credits, filing deadlines, and other helpful information for the 2025 tax filing season with Andi Overton, Director of Public Engagement!
Organizer: Andi Overton, Director of Public Engagement
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Tax Season Resources, Benefits, and Credits for Veterans
January 27, 2025, at 3:00 p.m.
This webinar will provide resources through the Maryland Comptroller’s Office identifying tax credits, filing deadlines, and ways to file your taxes, specifically at our veterans with Christy Butler, RPEO—Western Region and Statewide for Veterans!
Organizer: Christy Butler, RPEO—Western Region and Statewide for Veterans
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Tax Season Resources, Benefits, and Credits for New Americans
January 29, 2025, at 1:00 p.m.
This webinar will provide resources through the Maryland Comptroller’s Office identifying tax credits, filing deadlines, and ways to file your taxes, specifically for New Americans with Sergio Polanco, RPEO—Statewide for New Americans!
Organizer: Sergio Polanco, RPEO—Statewide for New Americans
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Tax Season Resources, Benefits, and Credits for College Students
February 12, 2025, at 12:30 p.m.
This webinar will provide resources through the Maryland Comptroller’s Office identifying tax credits, filing deadlines, and ways to file your taxes, specifically for students enrolled in college or university with Deli Okafor, RPEO—Central Region, and Statewide for Education!
Organizer: Deli Okafor, RPEO—Central Region and Statewide for Education
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Tax Season Resources, Benefits, and Credits for Older Americans
February 25, 2025, at 1:00 p.m.
This webinar will provide resources through the Maryland Comptroller’s Office identifying tax credits, filing deadlines, and ways to file your taxes, specifically for older Americans with Mary Handley RPEO—Eastern Shore and Statewide for Older Americans!
Organizer: Mary Handley RPEO—Eastern Shore and Statewide for Older Americans
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Download pdf schedule of 2025 Tax Season Webinars.
Comptroller Branch Offices
Did you know that the Office of the Comptroller can help you file your taxes for free? Free income tax preparation is by appointment only, Monday through Friday, between the hours of 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Our team members can also answer general tax questions, provide copies of previously filed tax returns, blank tax forms, and more!
Free Tax Preparation Partners
The Office of the Comptroller partners with the CASH (Creating Assets, Savings and Hope) Campaign of Maryland, which provides free tax preparation services for individuals or households who earned $64,000 or less. Contact the CASH Campaign of Maryland by calling 410-234-8008, Monday to Friday, from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., schedule an appointment online for the Baltimore City or Baltimore County offices, or reach out to a CASH Campaign Tax Partner. The Office of the Comptroller also supports the work of our partners providing free income tax preparation to eligible Marylanders. Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) sites are trusted tax preparation programs located throughout the state where IRS-certified volunteers can help many* residents file their taxes for free!
*Income guidelines may apply to these programs.
Get Your Refund: https://www.getyourrefund.org/.
Maryland 211: https://211md.org/resources/tax-services/
AARP Maryland provides tax help for low- and moderate-income Marylanders over the age of 50. Learn more about their services or schedule an appointment.
Tax Credits
The Office of the Comptroller is responsible for the administration of the state tax code. Marylanders can apply for and claim dozens of personal and business tax credits that can reduce what may be owed to the state and/or increase a refund.
For 2025, the Office of the Comptroller is launching the #EarnedIt Campaign, encouraging low- to moderate-income Marylanders to claim the state’s Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) and the Child Tax Credit (CTC). These credits can reduce or eliminate the amount of the state and local income tax that you owe
Avoiding Scams And Fraud
Unfortunately, anyone can become a victim of scams and fraud when something valuable is at stake. Our agency is here to help make sure you can file your state taxes and receive your refunds safely. We’ve outlined a few red flags below, and ways you can remain vigilant to protect your personal information and your tax return.
Maryland Tax Connect – For Businesses
Maryland Tax Connect is a self-service portal that allows Maryland businesses to file their taxes online more easily and securely and to interact with the Comptroller’s Office in various ways. The platform launched for business taxpayers in February 2024. In2026, all Maryland taxpayers will be able to pay their state taxes through the portal.
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