Tax Help & Filing Information
Two Options for Free Income Tax Assistance for Low-to Mid-Income Taxpayers
AARP Tax-Aide
Free, in-person tax help for low to middle income taxpayers. AARP membership is not required. REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED except at the Wheeler Taft Abbett Sr. Library.
How does AARP Tax-Aide work?
- Pick up a tax help packet at one of the libraries listed below.
- Prepare all of your paperwork.
- Register for a tax visit at AzTax-Aide.org.
select Pima County to see locations - Attend your tax meeting with all your paperwork. Taxpayers without the required documents cannot be assisted.
Required paperwork:
- All relevant 2024 tax documents and completed forms from tax packet
- Your 2023 tax return
- Picture ID for taxpayer and spouse, both spouses must be present to sign documents!
- Social Security card for each family member
- Proof of income, including W2s and 1099s
- Forms 5498-SA and 1099-SA for Health Savings Accounts and 1085A for Affordable Care Act
- Account and routing numbers for direct deposit of refunds.
If you are taking deductions
- Documentation for deductible expenses such as home mortgage interest or real estate taxes
Library days and times for AARP Tax-Aide appointments
| Eckstrom-Columbus Library 4350 E 22nd St February 3, 2025 - April 14, 2025 |
Martha Cooper Library 1377 N. Catalina Ave February 1, 2025 - April 12, 2025 |
| Murphy-Wilmot Library 530 N Wilmot Road February 4, 2025 - April 15, 2025 |
Valencia Library 202 W Valencia Road February 3, 2025 - April 14, 2025
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| Oro Valley Library 1305 W Naranja Drive February 4, 2025 - April 10, 2025 |
Wheeler Taft Abbett, Sr. Library 7800 N Schisler Drive First come, first served |
More information
Contact Arizona AARP Foundation Tax-Aide.
Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA)
The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) Program offers free tax preparation to families and individuals with incomes up to $79,000. GetYourRefund (GYR) Kiosk is a partnership between the United Way and Pima County's Community & Workforce Development Department.
How does GetYourRefund (GYR) Kiosk work? A valid phone number and email address is required to use this service.
- Bring your necessary identification and tax documents for a 30 minute intake interview.
- The VITA Intake Specialist will help you securely upload pictures of your documents to GetYourRefund
- VITA tax preparers will virtually prepare your taxes, answer questions, and review your final return before it is e-filed via phone.
Required paperwork:
- Identification: Social Security card or acceptable alternative issued by the Social Security Administration for each person (including all dependents) listed on the tax return.
- Photo ID for taxpayer and spouse, if applicable
- Proof of income (W2s, 1099s, etc.)
- Documentation of all expenses
- Form 1095-A if anyone in the household is insured through the marketplace (Healthcare.gov)
- AZ Form 201 if filing for the Arizona Property Tax Credit and rent your home/apartment
Recommended paperwork:
- Account and routing number for direct deposit
- Prior year tax return
Library days and times for VITA tax assistance
Walk-ins only on a first come, first served basis.
Quincie Douglas Library
1585 E. 26th Street
February
February 19th, 20th, and 22nd, 2025
10 am - 2 pm
March
March 12th, 13th, and 15th, 2025
10 am - 2 pm
VITA Tax Help will also be available at other Pima County locations, starting February 8, 2025.
Appointments are available and have priority. Walk-ins are welcome on a first-come, first-served basis, as capacity allows.
To schedule an appointment, visit www.unitedwaytucson.org/vita.
More information
Visit unitedwaytucson.org/vita to submit a ticket | Call the United Way VITA Info Line by phone (520-333-5810) | Email vita@unitedwaytucson.org
Federal Forms & Filing
Online
By Phone
- Forms: (800) 829-3676 (1-800-TAX-FORM) or 1-800-829-4059 for TTY/TDD.
- Recorded tax and refund information: (800) 829-4477.
- Tax information assistance: (800) 829-1040.
Pickup Forms
Federal Building, 300 W. Congress, Room 1C (northeast corner of Congress and Granada).
- Forms located inside the IRS office not in the lobby.
- Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Mail Federal Forms
Arizona Forms & Filing
Online
By Phone
- Forms: Automated, menu-driven, voicemail service to request forms (800) 352-4090.
- Specific tax information: (800) 352-4090, or TDD (hearing impaired) assistance is available at (800) 397-0256.
Pick Up Forms
State Building, 400 W. Congress (northwest corner of Congress and Granada).
- Enter through the door on the West side of the building.
