What You Need to Know:

• Below is a list of software companies and a link to their website to find out more about each company's internet security, pricing, features, technical support, and other information about online filing. Read the information on the websites carefully before you choose a company and begin the filing process.
• Software will help you prepare your federal and/or state income tax returns (most products will include the federal tax return; however, some may not include the state tax return so choose the right software for your filing needs)
• Your returns will be prepared and stored at the software company's website, so no new software will need to be installed on your computer
• Technical support for these sites must be obtained from the software company
• Software companies normally charge a fee that will change based on the products and services you choose to use. Read the information on the websites for pricing and product details.
• Some low income and military taxpayers may qualify for free tax preparation and e-filing through the IRS Free File Alliance web page
• Most taxpayers can prepare and e-file their Wisconsin income tax return for free using Wisconsin e-file
• Websites use the industry standard Secure Sockets Layer (SSL) so your tax information is safe and secure

Additional Information About Online Filing:

• Same great benefits as other e-file options - safe, secure, accurate, fast, and easy
• File your federal and state tax returns at the same time
• Get notified that the IRS and state received your income tax returns
• Chose to direct deposit your refund, rather than waiting for a paper check
• Chose to pay your income tax owed by direct withdrawal or by credit card
• Keep your income statements (Forms W-2 and 1099) for your records*
• Be sure the purchased software includes the products and services you need
• Neither the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) nor the Wisconsin Department of Revenue (DOR) charges a fee for electronic filing of income tax returns
• DOR is not contractually associated with the software companies and does not have control over the availability of the website
• Wisconsin amended and prior year returns can be e-filed using Wisconsin e-file
• The State of Wisconsin requests additional information to combat stolen-identity tax fraud and ensure your tax refund goes to you. Please provide the requested information from your driver's license or state-issued identification card. Your return will be processed even if you do not have a driver's license or state-issued identification card but providing the information can help process your return more quickly.

*When you e-file and claim certain credits (for example, the homestead credit), you must send documents to verify the credit claimed. The Form W-RA lists what credits need additional documentation.

If you need to send additional documents to verify a credit that you claimed, they should be sent within 48 hours of e-filing and you can submit them in one of the following ways:

Note: Do not submit Form W-RA if you are submitting a Wisconsin tax return by mail. Including Form W-RA will prevent the return from processing. Form W-RA is only used to submit supporting documents for an electronically filed return.

Approved Vendor List

These vendors are approved by the Wisconsin Department of Revenue (DOR). Their software products have been tested to ensure DOR can receive and process the tax return; however, DOR does not guarantee any aspect of the software, its features or performance. Please make sure the software vendor company supports all of the forms and schedules you need to electronically file your individual income tax return.

Benefits of Electronic Filing

• Electronic filing offers many benefits including speed, accuracy, and convenience
• You receive confirmation that the Wisconsin Department of Revenue has received your tax returns
• You may initiate an electronic payment at the same time you transmit your return
• Amended returns are accepted electronically by the Wisconsin Department of Revenue

For more information about vendor products, security, pricing, features, technical support, and other aspects, visit their websites or contact them by phone. These products differ in price and features. Look at the total package; investigate all your options.

October 10​​, 2023​