Free e-file for qualifying individuals

Taxpayers can begin filing electronically on January 17, 2012.

The tax software below provides free electronic filing of federal and Minnesota returns to qualifying individuals. Read the eligibility requirements for each product and choose the one that's right for you.
 
You must use the links below to receive the free filing offers. You must file both your federal and Minnesota return using one of the links below. Do not go directly to the company's website or access the sites through any other links.
 
Note: Additional products will be listed as they become available.

 

TaxHawk
​Requirements for free filing:
  • Federal adjusted gross income (FAGI) of $20,000 or less, regardless of age.
Filing format: Online interview process.
If you choose this product, use this special TaxHawk link.

H&R Block
Free File

​Requirements for free filing:

  • FAGI of $57,000 or less; and
  • 52 years old or younger.

Filing format: Online interview process.
If you choose this product, use this special H&R Block link.

TurboTax
Freedom Edition

Requirements for free filing:

  • FAGI of $31,000 or less; or
  • served in 2010 as active duty military with FAGI of $58,000 or less; or
  • qualify for the EITC.
Filing format: Online interview process
If you choose this product, use this special TurboTax link.

​1040Now

​Requirements for free filing:

  • FAGI of $32,000 or less

Filing format: Online interview process
If you choose this product, use this special 1040Now link.

OLT (Online Taxes)

​Requirements for free filing:

  • 20 years of age or younger.

Filing format: Online interview process
If you choose this product, use this special OLT link.