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January 23, 2025
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Does active duty US military get to file for free?

  • January 23, 2025
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    Employee
    January 23, 2025

    @ moevanallen 

    Yes, Online products only for E1-E9 with a W-2 from DFAS.  Includes enlisted active duty and reservists.  Not available for National Guard.   Online products including Free, Deluxe, or Premium.

     

    See the page linked below and the FAQ link there for more info including requirements.  Note that TurboTax Live products (live tax expert help) are not included, nor are some other add-ons.

     

    https://turbotax.intuit.com/personal-taxes/online/military-edition.jsp

    SteamTrain
    Employee
    January 23, 2025

    AND....after you enter your DFAS W-2, there is a page with a whole long list of check boxes.  There is one that must be clicked to indicate it is for Military service.  IF you don't get that box checked, then you don't get the free prep and filing.

     

    DO NOT select any of the Live services offered...those require payment.  (Unless you are willing to pay)

    ____________*Answers are correct to the best of my knowledge when posted, but should not be considered to be legal or official tax advice.*