New York State tax implications of the federal CARES Act
Learn about the implications of the federal Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security Act (CARES ACT), and the Consolidated Appropriations Act on New York State taxes.
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Choose an online service
We offer a number of online services to fit your busy lifestyle. Check your payment balance, file a return, make a payment, or respond to a department notice—anywhere, anytime.
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Learn about STAR benefits for homeowners
If you've recently bought a home, or never applied for the STAR benefit on your current home, you should investigate the STAR options available to you. You may save hundreds each year!
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Use Sales Tax Web File
Log in to your Business Online Services account to Web File your sales tax returns. With Web File, you can schedule payments in advance, save your bank account information for future use, and update your business information.
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Tax Department response to novel coronavirus (COVID-19)
Owners of property subject to a tax lien sale or tax foreclosure who own ten or fewer residential dwelling units (including their primary residence) may declare a COVID-19-related hardship if they meet certain conditions. See Tax Department response to novel coronavirus (COVID-19) for more information.
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Explore our new Financial Education Program
The Financial Education Program is a series of short modules and videos designed to take you through the benefits available to you and the responsibilities you have as a New York State taxpayer. You can start anywhere in the series or review all the modules. This is for you—let us know what you think!
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Find forms and instructions
2020 Forms IT-201 and IT-203 will be available in late January. However, instructions for these forms, as well as other 2020 income tax forms, are already available. We encourage you to e-file your personal income tax return and choose direct deposit—it's the fastest, easiest way to file. Free filing options are available for taxpayers who qualify.
What's New
NYS-45-ATT filers: Changes to Wage Reporting Upload
For calendar quarters beginning on or after January 1, 2021, you'll use a new, improved Online Services application to upload your wage reporting bulk files.
Alcoholic Beverages Tax (ABT) Web File
ABT Web File is available! If you're a registered distributor, you can now Web File your ABT returns (Forms MT-456 and MT-456-ATT)—beginning with the return due January 20, 2021—through your Business Online Services account. It's the fastest, easiest way to file.
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Sales tax relief for New Yorkers impacted by COVID-19
Sales tax payments and returns were due 12/21/20, however, penalty and interest may be waived for certain restaurants or other food establishments.
FAQs about filing requirements, residency, and telecommuting
This page summarizes current New York state law and guidance relating to frequently asked questions due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Tax preparer registration
If you have not completed the 2021 Registration Education Requirements, you’ll need to complete it before you can register for 2021.
Request an installment payment agreement
If you're unable to pay your tax bills in full, you may qualify for an installment payment agreement (IPA); you'll make monthly payments toward your unpaid tax balance.
View our due dates calendar
Looking for your due date? View our calendar of filing due dates for corporation tax, personal income tax, and sales tax.
Learn about the Charitable Gifts Trust Fund
The FY 2019 Budget created a new Charitable Gifts Trust Fund in the joint custody of the New York State Commissioner of Taxation and Finance and the State Comptroller to accept donations for the purposes of improving health care and public education in New York State. If you're interested in making a contribution, review our guidance to learn more.
