Evers, DOR outline free WisTax, Direct File services

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Gov. Tony Evers and the Wisconsin Department of Revenue (DOR) are encouraging Wisconsin taxpayers to use the state’s WisTax and new federal Direct File services to file their state and federal income taxes online for free.

Direct File utilizes robust security measures to protect taxpayer information. Key security features include:

  • Secure data transmission;

  • Identity verification; and

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  • Ongoing security monitoring.

Eligible taxpayers can file using a smartphone, laptop, tablet, or desktop computer. For eligibility requirements and additional information, click here. After completing their federal returns in Direct File, Wisconsin taxpayers will be taken to WisTax to complete their state taxes. WisTax is a free platform created to simplify the tax filing process for Wisconsinites and eliminate costs. Should taxpayers encounter problems while filing, a DOR customer service representative will be available to answer questions.

Click here for additional information.

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