Income Tax Filing Info

Internal Revenue Service (IRS)

Typical forms: Form 1040, Form 1040A, Form 1040EZ

Which form should you use?

Use Free File for free tax software and free e-file.

  • IRS partners offer name-brand products for free.
  • Seventy percent of taxpayers are eligible for Free File software.
  • Everyone is eligible for Free File Fillable Forms, electronic version of IRS paper forms.
  • Free File software and Free File Fillable Forms are available only at www.irs.gov/freefile.

Use VITA/TCE for free tax help from volunteers and free e-file.

  • Volunteers prepare your return and e-file it for free.
  • Some sites also offer do-it-yourself software.
  • You are eligible based either on your income or age.
  • Sites are located nationwide. Find one near you by visiting www.irs.gov/vita.

VITA sites in Champaign/Urbana:

  • Salem Baptist Church
    • Address: 500 E Park St, Champaign, IL 61820
    • Hours: Saturday, 1:00-5:00 pm
    • Languages: English
    • No appointment required.
  • Salt and Light
    • Address: 1512 West Anthony Drive, Champaign, IL 61821
    • Hours: Monday-Saturday, 10:00 am-6:30 pm
    • Languages: English
    • No appointment required.

Illinois Department of Revenue