What is eFile?

  • An electronic method of filing and paying state and/or federal taxes using NCDOR-approved, commercial tax preparation software
  • A partnership program offered by the IRS (federal), NCDOR (state), and participating software providers
  • Frequently referred to as MeF (Modernized Electronic Filing)

For taxpayers – choose an eFile option (below) that works for you. Be sure the eFile software or tax professional that you select supports the forms you want to file.

eFile for Freelink for NC Free File

  • File using a free online eFile provider (NCfreefile) – eligibility requirements vary
  • Available for current year returns and payments
  • Must access using eFile for Free links on our website – otherwise, fees may be assessed!

eFile for a Fee

Locate a Tax Professional

Filing your taxes

eFile supports several filing options:

  • File state and federal returns together or separately
  • Current, amended, or prior years (up to two years prior to current year)
  • Application for extension
  • Estimated income tax

Review a list of individual income forms available through eFile.

Paying your taxes

Some eFile providers offer payment options to

  • Pay by bank draft
  • Pay when you eFile your return, or
  • Schedule your payment when you eFile your return
    • tax due (payment) can be scheduled up until the due date of the return
    • extension payments can be scheduled up to 6 months in advance
    • estimated payments can be scheduled up to 12 months in advance

You can also pay by Visa, MasterCard, or bank draft using the NCDOR website.

Choosing your refund options

  • Direct deposit to checking or savings (eFile individual taxpayers only!); visit Direct Deposit for information
  • Credit of overpayment as an estimated income tax payment for the next year
  • Contribution to NC Nongame and Endangered Wildlife Fund
  • Contribution to NC Education Endowment Fund and others
  • Contribution to NC Breast and Cervical Cancer Control Program
  • Receipt of a paper refund check

 

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