Tax Filing Resources Available in LA Ahead of IRS Deadline

LOS ANGELES — Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass is encouraging Angelenos to make use of available tax filing resources ahead of the federal filing deadline. Through a partnership with the White House, many California residents can use Direct File to file taxes online, for free, directly with the Internal Revenue Service or IRS. Angelenos who are income-eligible can also schedule free tax appointments at local libraries to get help preparing their tax returns. 

Filing Directly with the IRS

Eligible Angelenos can use Direct File on their smartphone, laptop, tablet, or desktop computer to file their taxes in English or Spanish.

Visit directfile.irs.gov to check eligibility and start filing. Direct File is available to eligible taxpayers in 12 states, including California.

Accessing Free Tax Assistance at Los Angeles Public Libraries

The program is run by the IRS Volunteer Income Tax Assistance or VITA and the Tax Counseling for the Elderly or TCE programs. The Los Angeles Public Library is partnering with the local American Association of Retired Persons or AARP foundation’s tax aide program and VITA service providers to be able to provide these services.

In order to qualify for the free appointments, taxpayers must have income of $64,000 or less. Persons with disabilities, those aged 60 and over, and those with limited English also qualify. 

Details: Visit lapl.org/taxes and freetaxprepla.org to make an appointment and to see a complete list of tax programs and locations. For Americans with Disabilities Act accommodations, please call 213-228-7430 at least 72 hours prior to the event.