When can you file taxes? Heres the official start date of tax season NBC Chicago [Video]

The IRS announced the official start date of tax season this year, giving taxpayers a couple of weeks to prepare their returns.

The agency also provided taxpayers with opportunities to file their taxes for free via a variety of online and in-resources, according to a press release.

Here’s what you’ll need to know.

According to the IRS, the agency will begin accepting tax returns on Monday, Jan. 27, making that the official kickoff to tax season.

Even though the official date for accepting returns won’t arrive until that date, taxpayers can file their returns now on the IRS’ website. Those tax returns will then be filed automatically on Jan. 27, according to officials.

This year’s deadline to file tax returns will fall on Tuesday, April 15, according to the IRS.

According to the IRS, there are a variety of ways to file taxes for free, including via the IRS’ website.

For taxpayers with an adjusted gross income of $84,000 or less for 2024, online guided tax software will be available via …