Join the IRS Direct File pilot

Direct File is a new tax tool to file your federal taxes directly with the IRS.

Free
Accurate
Easy to use
Secure

This pilot currently supports simple tax needs. Use our eligibility checker to learn if the pilot supports your tax needs.

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The Direct File pilot is currently limited.

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More benefits of Direct File

Follow a step-by-step guide to help you understand your taxes

Get live online support from IRS staff Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. Eastern time

Use your smartphone, tablet, or desktop computer

We're starting small to get it right

During this pilot, Direct File only supports a limited set of tax situations. That means this pilot may not support your tax needs.

We want to learn from taxpayers who participate in this pilot so we can continue improving the experience of tax filing.

Is the Direct File pilot right for me?

Learn if you're currently eligible to join the Direct File pilot to file your 2023 taxes

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