Taxpayers who missed the federal filing deadline can still submit their 2025 returns at no cost through IRS Free File. The online program remains open through Oct. 15 and may help eligible filers claim refunds or tax credits they have not yet received.
Highlights
- The IRS has extended free federal tax return filing access through IRS Free File until Oct. 15, 2025, for late taxpayers.
- More than 109 million taxpayers qualify for the guided tax preparation service, supporting accurate and secure no-charge filing.
- Eligible taxpayers, including non-filers, can still claim overlooked refunds or tax credits using the IRS Free File platform.
Free filing access stays open until Oct. 15
As reported by the Internal Revenue Service, taxpayers who did not meet the filing deadline can continue to file a 2025 federal tax return for free through IRS Free File. The agency says more than 109 million taxpayers qualify for the guided tax preparation service, which is designed to support accurate filing at no charge.Frank J. Bisignano, chief executive officer of the IRS, says the platform helps taxpayers meet filing obligations while also claiming valuable tax credits. He adds that the service is part of the agency's push to become a digital-first organization offering a secure, convenient and reliable filing experience.
Refund and credit opportunities remain available
The IRS says eligible taxpayers, particularly people who do not usually file a return, may still qualify for overlooked refunds or tax credits. That makes the program relevant not only for late filers but also for households that may be leaving money unclaimed.IRS Free File provides guided tax software through participating partners and allows taxpayers to complete returns from home. The agency says the service offers safe and user-friendly filing options while helping taxpayers receive refunds more quickly.
We previously reported on a Texas tax refund fraud case involving false trust filings that ended with Brandon Hunt receiving a 90-month prison sentence. The scheme sought more than $8.5 million in improper refunds, with the IRS paying out over $1.7 million before investigators stopped it and the court ordered restitution.
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