The Missouri Department of Revenue will begin accepting electronically filed state tax returns today, the same day the IRS will begin accepting federal tax returns for individual filers.
DOR received more than 3.1 million returns for the 2018 tax year. Of those, 86.5 percent were e-filed, while 13.5 percent were filed using a paper return, according to a department news release.
Individuals who e-file can have their refund deposited directly into their bank account and generally receive their refund faster than those who file using a paper return.
Many Missourians may qualify for free e-filing services through the Free File Alliance, which allows eligible taxpayers to file their federal and state income tax returns using approved software. For more information, visit the IRS Free File website or DOR's online filing resource page.
As Missourians prepare to file their tax returns, department officials are reminding customers of available resources to help ensure a smooth tax season. This includes reviewing individual income tax changes that went into effect. You can do this by referring to DOR's "What's New?" resource for details on changes to the Missouri standard deduction, the federal tax deduction and more.
For individuals with a balance due, send the return and check to: Missouri Department of Revenue, PO Box 329, Jefferson City, MO, 65105-0329.
For individuals who are due a refund or owe nothing, send the return to: Missouri Department of Revenue, PO Box 500, Jefferson City, MO, 65105-0500.
Missouri tax forms for the 2019 tax year and prior years are available on DOR's website.
DOR's Tax Return Status Tracker allows customers to enroll in automatic text and email alerts that are sent each time the status of their return is updated. Customers need their Social Security number, filing status and anticipated refund or balance due to enroll and must re-enroll each year.
Customers can reach the department's Taxation Division at 573-751-3505 from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday through Friday and can email questions to [email protected].
Taxpayers have until April 15 to file their 2019 tax returns.