Ohio Department of Taxation Individual Income Tax

 

This page is designed as an online headquarters for taxpayers when it comes to Ohio's individual income tax. Below you will find answers to many common questions as well as other resources to help you through filing season.

Need more assistance? Feel free to send us an e-mail. For live help, taxpayer service agents are available at (800) 282-1780 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday, with extended hours (until 7 p.m.) planned from April 1 through April 15, 2009. For face-to-face help, taxpayers may also visit one of our taxpayer service centers between 8 and 5 p.m. on Monday through Friday.

Key filing season resources:

• Electronic filing options. Ohio now has more ways than ever to cut to the front of the line and get your refund fast. About 60 percent of Ohioans already file their return taxes electronically. Why wait weeks for a refund when you can have it in days?

• Where’s my refund? If you submitted your state income tax return the old-fashioned way (by mail), it will take some time to process. Check on the status of your refund here or by calling (800) 282-1784. Improvements to our system this year will help us provide you with detailed information on your refund status.

• What's new for the 2008 filing season? From lower tax rates to a new deduction for retired military, there are always changes every filing season. Get the low down on what's changed and some helpful tips for this year.

• Pay by credit card. If you owe, you have options, including our ePayment program. Learn more here.

• Tax forms:
  • 2008 Income Tax Filing Instructions and Tax Tables
• 2008 School District Income Tax Instructions.
• Other Tax Forms.  Need a form or instructions? No need to leave home. The latest state tax forms are all available here.

• State income tax basics:
  • Do I need to file? (also see "But don't forget:" concerning federal stimulus payments).
  • Understanding residency
  • Filing for an extension
  • Making estimated payments
  • Other frequently asked questions

   

Additional resources:

• State income taxes and the military. Filing a tax return can be tricky for servicemen and women. This area can help.
• Interest Rates
• Ohio Income Tax Rates
• Refund checks have a different look. Get the details here.
• Voluntary disclosure. These programs are designed for taxpayers who believe they have income tax liabilities and wish to resolve them:
  • Personal Income Tax Voluntary Disclosure Guidelines
  • Pass-Through Entity Tax Voluntary Disclosure Guidelines
• Offer in Compromise. A program that offers some delinquent taxpayers a chance to settle their debts.
• Contact Us
• Visit a Taxpayer Service Center

Resources for preparers:

• Information Releases
• 2008 Tax Form Line-item Law References