Is Free tax USA legitimate?

Yes, FreeTaxUSA is safe. As an authorized IRS e-file provider, we have filed over 43 million tax returns. We take your security seriously with data encryption, secure IRS transmissions, and active account monitoring.

Can a non US citizen file a tax return?

Nonresident aliens are generally subject to U.S. income tax only on their U.S. source income. Nonresident aliens must file and pay any tax due using Form 1040NR, U.S. Nonresident Alien Income Tax Return or Form 1040NR-EZ, U.S. Income Tax Return for Certain Nonresident Aliens with No Dependents.

Who is Free tax USA Bank?

FreeTaxUSA is an original member of the IRS Free File Alliance and an authorized IRS e-file provider. We have securely filed millions of federal tax returns with the IRS.

Can a nonresident alien file a joint tax return?

Generally, you cannot file as married filing jointly if either spouse was a nonresident alien at any time during the tax year. However, nonresident aliens married to U.S. citizens or residents can choose to be treated as U.S. residents and file joint returns.

Who are the Free File partners for the IRS?

IRS Free File partners are online tax preparation companies that offer what is called the “IRS Free File” program, which provides free electronic tax preparation and filing of federal tax returns at no cost to qualifying taxpayers (some may also offer free state returns).

How does the IRS Free File program work?

The IRS Free File Program is a public-private partnership between the IRS and many tax preparation and filing software industry leaders who provide their brand-name products for free. It provides two ways for taxpayers to prepare and file their federal income tax online for free:

Is the IRS Free to fill out forms?

The IRS also offers Free File Fillable Forms, which is the electronic version of IRS paper forms to any taxpayer regardless of income. That product will be available when IRS opens the tax filing season on January 27. Free File Fillable Forms is best for taxpayers who are comfortable doing their own taxes with little assistance.

Is there a free way to file taxes online?

“Free File online products offer free federal tax return preparation, free electronic filing and free direct deposit of refunds to help get your money faster,” said Chuck Rettig, IRS Commissioner.