Important changes in tax filing 2025 in the United States are announced: new deadline and requirements

The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has announced important changes for the 2025 tax season, which started on Monday, January 27th. This year, the process will feature enhanced digital tools and increased security measures to facilitate tax filing.

IRS Deadline and Expectations

The IRS expects over 140 million individual tax returns for the 2024 fiscal year to be filed before the federal deadline, set for Tuesday, April 15, 2025.

Authorities urge taxpayers to use trusted professionals to avoid fraud and ensure an accurate filing. "More than half of all returns will be filed with the help of tax experts," the IRS stated in a release.

Technological Innovations and Service Enhancements

To streamline the filing process, the IRS has implemented several technological innovations, including:

• Enhanced access to tax accounts with text and voice virtual assistants.

• Expanded functions in the Online Individual Account, allowing better document management.

• Availability of new online forms to expedite the filing process.

• Reinforced security alerts to prevent tax fraud and scams.

Similarly, as part of this year's process, significant new changes such as the expansion of Direct File and Free File have been added. This action allows for free and direct tax filing with the IRS. In 2025, the tool is available in 25 states since January 27th. Furthermore, the Free File program is already operational, offering no-cost software options for eligible taxpayers.

A "Historic Period," According to the IRS

IRS Commissioner Danny Werfel described this period as a transformational moment for the agency: "The improvements made so far are significant, but they represent only the beginning of a larger modernization."

The IRS has reported an 85% efficiency rate in taxpayer service over the last two seasons, with average phone wait times of less than five minutes. Additionally, assistance has been increased at the Taxpayer Assistance Centers nationwide.

Direct File: Coverage and New Features

Direct File is a web-based service accessible from mobile devices, computers, and tablets. This year, it covers taxpayers who are claiming:

• Child and Dependent Care Credit

• Premium Tax Credit

• Credit for the Elderly and Disabled

• Retirement Savings Contributions Credit

• Student Loan Interest Deduction and Education Expenses

• Medical Savings Account Contributions Deduction

Direct File also incorporates an English and Spanish chatbot to guide users in verifying their eligibility and facilitate the process.

With these enhancements, the IRS aims to offer a more efficient, secure, and accessible tax season for taxpayers in the United States.

*This article has been automatically translated using artificial intelligence