Tax Help

Federal and New York State forms and instructions are available online; see links below.

Federal Tax Returns

IRS Information
Filing for Individuals
Which form should I use?
IRS Tax Forms & Instructions for Current Year
IRS Tax Forms & Instructions for Previous Years
Where to File Federal Returns

Need Help? Click here for FAQs and telephone assistance.

New York State Tax Returns

New York State Department of Taxation
Free E-Filing (for qualified residents)
Which form should I use?
NYS Tax Forms & Instructions for Current Year
NYS Tax Forms & Instructions for Previous Years
Where to File NYS Returns

Need Help? Click here for FAQs and telephone assistance.

Additional Resources:

In-person tax help may be available through the following agencies (click to learn more):
IRS Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) and the Tax Counseling for the Elderly (TCE)
AARP Foundation Tax-Aide
Local IRS Office (Rochester, NY)

If you need tax forms from another state, click here.

Printing: You can print/copy up to 20 tax-related pages for free; after that there will be a 10 cent charge per page.

Please Note: Library staff cannot provide tax help or advice but will be happy to help you locate tax forms in paper and online and find local tax assistance.