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Tax Assistance and Education for Individuals

Have an income tax question? Need a tax form? We're ready to help you.

File and pay online.

  • Electronic filing is a great option, and we encourage you to try it. If you file the Form 2EZ, Form 2M, or Form 2EC, you can file your tax return on our website for free. Click here for more information.
  • Online payment of current and back-year taxes is available on our website through Income Tax Express. Just click here to go to the Income Tax Express. There's no charge if you pay with an e-check.

Get some personal attention.

  • We assist both callers and walk ins Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
  • Call us at (406) 444-6900.
  • Walk in at the Sam W. Mitchell Building, 125 North Roberts, in Helena (just east of the State Capitol Building).
  • Visit our local offices, located throughout the state, during normal business hours to obtain the most commonly used state tax forms, schedules and instructions. In addition, trained tax specialists are available in Billings, Great Falls, Missoula, Hamilton and Lewistown to assist with a variety of income tax issues.

Other Resources

The Department of Revenue would like to acknowledge the following resources that are available to assist individuals in preparation of individual income tax returns.

Local Libraries

Many libraries throughout Montana offer Internet access. Check with you local library for the availability of Internet access and free filing of your individual income tax return.

Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) helps people prepare tax returns for taxpayers whose income is less than $40,000 per year. VITA sites are run by trained volunteers and are located at community and neighborhood centers, libraries, schools, shopping malls, credit unions, and so on. Most locations also offer free electronic filing.

Tax Counseling for the Elderly (TCE) The TCE Program offers free tax help to people who are 60 or older. Call (888) 227-7669 or visit the AARP Tax-Aide website.

MontanaFreeFile.org is a website provided by Montana's Credit Unions, Montana Department of Revenue, Montana HRDC Association, Montana Legal Services Association, Consumer Credit Counseling Service of Montana/Rural Dynamics. The program is designed to provide information on free electronic filing options. The website also contains a free tax preparation site locator.