For everything you'll need to choose the right software and prepare your return, see Get ready to e-file your income tax return .

2019 personal income tax returns were due July 15, 2020. Free File software is available until October 15, 2020, for those who have not yet filed or requested an extension.

Good news!

We partner with the Free File Alliance to offer you more options to e-file your New York State income tax return—at no cost.





Am I eligible to Free File?

If your 2019 income is $69,000 or less—yes, using at least one of the software providers below!

If you earned more than $69,000 in 2019, see Other e-file options to learn about your electronic filing options.

Get ready!

For everything you'll need to choose the right software and prepare your return, see Get ready to e-file your income tax return. For additional tools, see Filing Season Resource Center for additional filing information.

Review eligibility criteria for each software provider before selecting a product.

The eligibility requirements for each software provider are different. If you do not meet the criteria for the software provider you choose, the software provider may charge you a fee. Please read the qualifying criteria carefully before you get started.

Remember, no matter which option is right for you, e-file is always the fastest, easiest, safest choice!