Verify that you are considered a resident tax filer by following the instructions here. If you are considered a nonresident for tax purposes, please check out our Federal Income Tax Filing for Nonresidents page instead for more information and your next steps. If you have determined that you are a resident for tax purposes, the following information applies to you. Department of the Treasury OISS is unable to provide personal assistance with the completion of Forms 1040, 1040EZ, and 1040A. Federal income tax forms, instructions, and publications may be downloaded from the IRS website. Here are additional resources for completing your federal income tax filing obligations: Remember to keep copies of what you file each year (in case your return gets reviewed and there is a problem or if the IRS audits you in the future). If you have determined that you are due a refund for federal income tax purposes, it will take the IRS some time to process your refund. If you submit your return(s) on or close to the filing deadline, it is not uncommon to have to wait several weeks (sometimes 16 to 20 weeks) before receiving your refund or a notice. You can check the status of your return at the IRS website.Federal Income Tax Filing (Resident)
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