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Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA)

The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program offers free tax help to people who cannot afford professional assistance. In addition to free tax return preparation assistance, many sites also offer free electronic filing (e-filing). Volunteers he...

What is Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA)?

The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program offers free tax help to people who generally make $54,000 or less, persons with disabilities, the elderly and limited English speaking taxpayers who need assistance in preparing their own tax returns. IRS-certified volunteers provide free basic income tax return preparation with electronic filing to qualified individuals.

Assistance is provided at community and neighborhood centers, libraries, schools, shopping malls, and other convenient locations.

Program Requirements

You are able to use this program if you earn low to moderate income, are disabled, do not speak English well, or are a senior citizen.

Application Details

What is the application process for Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA)?

No application is needed to use this service. For information on volunteering or for the locations of the tax assistance sites, visit the Free Tax Return Preparation for Qualifying Taxpayers page or call 1-800-906-9887.