Electronic Filing
Filing your taxes electronically offers many benefits. It is easy, safe and convenient - and the fastest way to receive your refund. If you file electronically and choose direct deposit of your refund, we will transfer the funds to your bank account within several days from the date your return is accepted and processed.
If you owe taxes and file electronically by the April 15 deadline, you have until April 30 to make the electronic payment by direct debit or credit card. The direct debit option is available only if you file electronically.
There are several ways to file your personal income tax returns electronically. Please review the information below and choose the one that best fits your needs.
iFile
You can use our free iFile service to file your Maryland resident or nonresident tax return online, if you meet certain requirements and are filing Forms 502, 503 or 505. To use iFile, you’ll need Internet access and Netscape Navigator 4.0 or Microsoft Explorer 4.0.
Computer Software
You can file both your Maryland and federal tax returns online using approved software on your personal computer. To use this method, you'll need to know the correct county abbreviation for the Maryland county in which you live. You may need to enter the correct subdivision code for the city in Maryland in which you live.
Tax Professional
You can choose among a host of professional tax preparers in Maryland who can file your return electronically for you. While we cannot endorse any specific professional, we offer a list of e-file providers for your convenience.
IRS Free File
You may qualify to electronically file your federal return for free by using IRS Free File Some of the companies participating in the IRS Free File service will file your Maryland return electronically for free as well. No matter what company you select, you can always return to www.marylandtaxes.com to file your Maryland tax return for free online, using our iFile service.
Keep in mind that your Maryland return begins with your federal adjusted gross income, so you must prepare your federal return first before you can prepare your Maryland return.
