Kentucky Dept. of Revenue Accepting Individual Tax Returns Beginning Today, Electronic Filing is Quickest Way to File
Feb. 15 marks the first day Revenue will begin sending out refunds because of additional screening processes
FRANKFORT, Ky. (Jan. 23, 2017) – Today opens tax filing season for individual taxpayers with the Kentucky Department of Revenue (DOR), the same date as the federal Internal Revenue Service (IRS). Electronic filing is the most efficient method for filing returns.
This year filers have three extra days to file, since April 15 is a Saturday and the following Monday is a holiday in Washington, DC. With federal offices closed that Monday, taxpayers have until Tuesday, April 18, 2017 to file their taxes. Even with the extra time, Kentucky DOR staff recommends taxpayers file well before the deadline.
“We understand some taxpayers delay submitting their tax returns to the state, but we urge everyone submitting a return to file as quickly as possible,” said Daniel P. Bork, Commissioner of the Kentucky Department of Revenue. “For the security of taxpayers, we have continued to enhance our screening processes to help identify any suspicious or fraudulent filing activity.”
According to the DOR, filing early benefits taxpayers. The sooner taxpayers file their returns; the quicker staff can process those returns and refunds sent out.
“Early filing can really assist everyone involved in the process, especially if a taxpayer owes taxes,” said Commissioner Bork. “Early filing provides a bigger window before the deadline and can help taxpayers avoid penalties or the need for an extension.”
While taxpayers may vary on when they submit tax forms, the Kentucky DOR strongly suggests that all taxpayers, including corporate and pass-through entity filers, file electronically.
“When possible, electronic filing is by far the best method for taxpayers to file their returns,” said Mack Gillim, executive director of the Office of Processing and Enforcement. “It allows for faster processing, which means quicker refunds, including direct deposit options. Electronic filing also helps ensure greater accuracy and confidentiality.”
Important dates for filing…
Jan. 31: All W-2 and K-3/K-3E forms must be sent out to employees.
Feb. 15: First day DOR will begin sending tax refunds out (this is the same date as the IRS).
April 18: Filing deadline for all taxpayers.
For general information, or to stay connected with the Kentucky Department of Revenue, go to www.revenue.ky.gov or follow the department on Twitter @RevenueKY.
Additional information is available online at revenue.ky.gov.
