The tax software below provides online filing of federal and Minnesota income taxes. Read the information about each product and choose the one that’s best for you.
Taxpayers can begin filing electronically January 17, 2012.
Before you choose, there are a few things you need to know:
- Prices below represent total costs to e-file federal and Minnesota returns. Prices cover basic online preparation and e-filing services only. Some companies offer additional services or upgraded packages for additional costs. Read the information on the company’s website carefully.
- For special pricing offers, you must use the links below. Do not go directly to the company’s website unless indicated.
- Some products do not offer filing of less commonly used federal or Minnesota forms. Make sure the product you select offers all the federal and Minnesota forms you need.
Note: Additional products will be listed as they become available.
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| eFile express |
Cost:
$14.00
Other offers: Free filing of M1PR (property tax refund) when filed at the same time as federal and state income tax returns. See M1PR details.
Filing format: Download software and enter data directly on electronic forms.
Link: Go directly to eFile Express.
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Taxhawk
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Cost:
$12.95
Other offers: Free filing available to qualifying individuals.
Filing format: Online interview process.
Link: Go directly to Taxhawk.
Please note: Does not support Schedules M1LS, M1MTC, M1NR or JOBZ.
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TaxSlayer
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Cost:
Free edition: $17.90
Classic edition: $17.90
Premium edition: $27.90
Filing format: Online interview process.
Link: Go directly to TaxSlayer.
Please note: Does not support Schedule JOBZ or EETP |
TaxACT
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Cost:
Free edition:$14.95
Deluxe edition: $17.95
Filing format: Online interview process.
Link: Go directly to TaxAct.
Please note: Does not support Schedule M1LS.
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OLT
OnLine Taxes
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Cost:
Free edition: $7.95
Premium edition: $15.90
Other offers: Free filing available to qualifying individuals.
Filing format: Online interview process.
Link: Go directly to OLT OnLine Taxes.
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Tax$imple
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Cost:
$24.95 State
$27.95 Federal
Filing format: Download software and enter data directly on electronic forms.
Link: Go directly to TaxSimple.
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| 1040.com |
Cost:
Simple federal returns - FREE, $29.95 for state returns
Basic - $19.95 +state
Deluxe - $39.95 +state
Filing format: Online interview process
Link: go directly to 1040.com |
TurboTax Online
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Cost:
$30.95 for 1040EZ and simple-return filers
$89.90 if you have children, own your home, made donations, have lots of deductions
$114.90 if you own stocks, bonds, mutual funds or rental properties
$139.90 if you are a sole proprietor, consultant, contactor or single-owner LLC
Other offers: Free filing available qualifying individuals.
Filing format: Online interview process.
Link: Go directly to TurboTax.
Please note: Does not support Schedules JOBZ, M1MTC, EETP.
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CompleteTax
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Cost:
Basic - $25.46
Deluxe - $50.92
Premium - $59.42
Filing format: Download software and enter data directly on electronic forms.
Link: Go directly to CompleteTax.
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Tax Brain
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Cost:
Simple - $44.90
Basic - $49.90
Deluxe - $69.90
Premium - $99.90
Filing format: Online interview process.
Link: Go directly to Tax Brain.
Please note: Does not support Schedule JOBZ.
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| H&R Block at Home |
Cost:
Free - $27.95
Basic - $54.90
Deluxe - $64.90
Premium - $84.90
Other offers: Free filing available qualifying individuals.
Filing format: Online interview process.
Link: Go directly to H&R Block at Home.
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| Maxback |
Cost:
Federal - $9.95 - $69.95
State - $9.95 - $39.95
Filing format: Online interview process.
Link: Go directly to maxback.
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If you have questions when filing your returnYou must contact the customer support area for the product you’re using. Software companies provide these services, not the Minnesota Department of Revenue. The Department of Revenue does not endorse any company or offer technical assistance for its products.Don’t want to file your return online?There are other electronic filing options available.
- Go to a tax preparer and ask to have your return filed electronically.
- Buy tax preparation software to use on your computer and follow the product’s instructions for submitting your return electronically.
For more information about electronic filing, view our frequently asked questions.
