Governor Tomblin, Tax Department Encourage Taxpayers to Use Free File
2/17/2012
Personal Income Tax Filing Deadline is April 17, 2012
CHARLESTON, W.Va. –Gov. Earl Ray Tomblin and the West Virginia State Tax Department encourage taxpayers to take advantage of free online filing services available through the state’s partnership with the Free File Alliance.
The Free File Alliance has established Free File programs in over 20 states, giving more than 70 percent of taxpayers free access to leading commercial tax preparation software. Taxpayers who meet adjusted gross income requirements can visit www.WVTax.gov to prepare, complete and e-file state and federal returns at no cost.
“West Virginia has continued its relationship with the Free File Alliance member companies to better serve our taxpayers,” Gov. Tomblin said. “We want them using the best tools available to help eliminate the stress of tax season and meet the April 17 deadline.”
At www.WVTax.gov, users will find a selection of Free File Alliance member companies. After making a choice, users are transferred to the company’s website to prepare, complete and file income tax returns.
“Free File makes tax time simple, fast and free for about 70 percent of West Virginians,” State Tax Commissioner Craig Griffith said. “The service is secure and provides critical step-by-step support to taxpayers.”
Refunds can be directly deposited into bank accounts in as little as a week for correctly e-filed returns. For paper-filed returns, refunds could take six to eight weeks.
According to a 2009 Internal Revenue Service survey, 96 percent of users said they found Free File easy to use, while 98 percent said they would recommend the program to others.
Contact Information
Amy Goodwin
304-558-2000