What to Expect When Filing Taxes This Year

Timeline

Opening and Processing: 

• NCDOR began accepting 2023 Individual Income tax returns January 29, 2024. 
• NCDOR began issuing 2023 Individual Income tax refunds on March 18, 2024. The latest information about refunds can be found on our refund page.  
• NCDOR officially began accepting electronic 2023 Corporate Income and Franchise, Partnership Income, and Estates and Trusts Income tax returns on January 18. 

Due Date: For calendar year taxpayers, the due date to file income tax returns is Monday, April 15, 2024. 

The latest information about refunds can be found on our refund page. 

eFile 

NCDOR encourages taxpayers to use electronic filing rather than paper filing. eFiling ensures a faster refund and is the most secure way to file. Paper returns will not be processed earlier than electronic returns. 

Approved Software 

See list of approved software 

• NC Free File 
• eFile Resources for Taxpayers 
• Where's My Refund?
• VITA 
• eServices  (file and pay online through NCDOR)