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Information for Individual Taxpayers

Based on valuable feedback from our individual taxpayers the information in this section has been reorganized. The links in the left menu and at the bottom of each page should more easily get you to the information that you need for each tax type or to complete a task. If you have book-marked pages on our site, please remember to update them with the new links. As always we appreciate your feedback because it helps us to better serve you!


The Comptroller's Office is dedicated to making the process of filing and paying taxes, simple, safe and efficient. You may have questions before, during, or after you file your return. We're here to help. This section supplies the latest information for individual taxpayers.



What's New for the Tax Season

Review the most important changes and benefits affecting the 2012 Maryland income tax filings.

NOTE: If filing a Form 503 and claiming more than two dependents YOU MUST FILE A FORM 502. Please do not send a Form 502B with your Form 503.

Tax Law Changes

2012 Legislative Summary
Tax Alerts
Administrative Releases

File Electronically With iFile

You can use our free iFile service to file your Maryland resident or nonresident tax return online, if you meet certain iFile Requirements and are filing Forms 502, 503 or 505.

Want to Set Up a Payment Plan?

You can set up a payment plan for your personal income tax liability online, and pay by credit card. You can also pay your delinquent taxes online.

Send "Phishy" Tax Info E-Mails to IRS

If you receive a suspicious e-mail asking for private tax information, forward the e-mail to phishing@irs.gov so the IRS can investigate and identify the perpetrators. For more information, see How To Protect Yourself From Suspicious E-Mails.



     Estimated Tax Payments
   File Electronically
     Individual Tax Compliance
   Pay with a Credit Card
     Request A Copy of Tax Return
   Pay by Direct Debit
     Find Form 1099G Information
   Approved Software Vendors
     Where's My Refund?
   Earned Income Tax Credit Eligibility