You can start filing 2023, 2022, and 2021 business returns on 01/16/24 and individual returns on 01/29/24.
IRS Modernized e-file (MeF) shutdown
Shut down from 11/18/23 - 1/28/24.
If you want to file during the shutdown, you'll need to paper file. If you transmit a 1040 Individual e-file to us, we'll send a rejection. Once the IRS is open for e-filing, you can e-file again.
Business (1041, 1065, 1120, 990, 2290)
Shut down from12/26/23 - 1/15/24.
If you e-file business returns during the Business shut down, we'll hold your return and transmit it once the IRS is open for e-filing.
You can't e-file state returns during the shutdown, except for California (1120, 1065, 1041, and 990 only) and Texas (1040, 1120, 1065, 1041, and 990 only).
FIRE (Filing Information Returns Electronically)
FinCEN Form 114 (FBAR)
The FinCEN Form 114 (FBAR) can be electronically filed during the MeF shutdown. This is because the FinCEN 114 is processed by the BSA, not the IRS MeF system. If you e-file Form 114 during the MeF shutdown period, you need to suppress the electronic file for the rest of the return by following the instructions inCreating an electronic file for FinCEN Form 114 (FBAR) only.
Benefit Plan Form 5500
Form 5500 is filed through the Department of Labor (DOL). Therefore, the IRS shutdown doesn't applyto e-filing Form 5500.
FAQs
Yes, electronically filed tax returns are accepted until November. The specific cutoff date in November is typically announced in October in the QuickAlerts Library.
What day does efile open? ›
When can I e-file 2023 returns?
| Return type | IRS opens | Intuit opens |
|---|
| Business | 1/16/24 6 AM | 1/16/24 6 AM |
| Individual (1040) | 1/29/24 6 AM | 1/29/24 6 AM |
User reports indicate no current problems at IRS.
Is IRS Efiling closed? ›
Some states, such as California, still allow for e-filing of state-only (direct) individual returns even when the IRS is shutdown. More MeF service information may be available at the IRS MeF Status Page.
How long does it take for IRS to approve e-file? ›
Electronically filed Form 1040 returns are generally processed within 21 days.
How do I know if my eFile was accepted? ›
Description:After you have prepared and e-filed your returns, look for on email or an update in your eFile account that will alert you if the IRS has processed your return. Tip: Don't rush it and make sure you have gathered all your forms before you e-Filed.
Why is efile not working? ›
Returns can't be e-filed if they: Contain overrides. Have no taxable income. Contain a W-2 where box 1 is blank or the box 16 amount is greater than the box 1 amount.
Why is the IRS temporarily closed? ›
In response to the national emergency, the IRS has temporarily closed all Taxpayer Assistance Centers and discontinued face-to-face service throughout the country until further notice. The IRS is continuing to process tax returns, issue refunds and help taxpayers to the greatest extent possible.
Why is the IRS unavailable? ›
You may get a message saying the service in unavailable because of a system failure with our application or an error in retrieving your data. You may still see other options available even if you encounter this situation, such as the Get Transcript button or the Payment Activity tab.
Is the e file shutdown in 2024? ›
To prepare for Tax Year 2023 filing season, the IRS will shut down 1040 MeF submissions until late January 2024. This affects all Form 1040 federal returns, as well as state returns e-filed under the MeF fed/state program.
As soon as you're ready! The IRS begins accepting and processing tax returns in late January of the year following the tax year. So if you are filing your 2024 tax return, IRS will start accepting and processing your tax returns in late January 2025.
Is the IRS still processing? ›
We're processing tax returns, payments, refunds and correspondence. Check this page periodically for updates. You can also check our Processing status for tax forms dashboard to see current wait times for key forms.
Can you still eFile tax returns? ›
On this page. We accept and process e-file returns continuously throughout the year. The due date to file your California Individual or Fiduciary income tax return and pay any balance due is April 15, 2024.
Is the IRS accepting electronic returns in 2024? ›
Beginning Jan. 29, 2024, Free File Fillable forms, a part of this effort, is available at no cost to any income level and provides electronic forms that people can fill out and e-file themselves also at no cost.
Why can't I eFile? ›
Returns can't be e-filed if they: Contain overrides. Have no taxable income. Contain a W-2 where box 1 is blank or the box 16 amount is greater than the box 1 amount.
