Madison County wireless communications surcharge rate increases
Beginning September 1, 2020, Madison County is increasing its surcharge rates on wireless communications services.
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Benefit from good recordkeeping
Whether you’ve already filed or are keeping track of documentation for next year, our recordkeeping pages are a great resource. Good recordkeeping helps you determine which credits and deductions you qualify for, and serves as documentation if we need to verify information on your return.
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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)
As New York State continues to respond to COVID-19, the Tax Department is listening to taxpayers and remains ready to assist them with a wide range of tax-related services.
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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.
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Find forms and instructions
If you're viewing this page on your computer, then you're probably required to e-file. However, you can search our forms listings by number or tax type if you want to view instructions or access a form.
What's New
Onondaga County imposes sales tax on residential energy
Effective September 1, 2020, Onondaga County is imposing a temporary sales and use tax on residential energy sources and services.
Sullivan County imposes sales tax on residential energy
Effective September 1, 2020, Sullivan County is imposing a temporary sales and use tax on residential energy sources and services.
Registered distributors of alcoholic beverages
New for 2020 and 2021: Changes are coming for alcoholic beverages tax (ABT) filers.
Prepaid sales tax rate change on cigarettes
The prepaid sales tax rate on cigarettes is increasing for the period September 1, 2020, through August 31, 2021.
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Cigarette and tobacco products retail dealer registration renewal
Cigarette and tobacco products retail dealers must file their registration renewal application on or before September 20 to renew their registration for the following calendar year.
Vapor Products Dealer Certificate of Registration renewal
A Vapor Products Dealer Certificate of Registration is valid for the calendar year for which it is issued. It must be renewed annually and applications for renewal must be filed on or before September 20 of each calendar year.
Missed a due date?
If you haven't filed and paid your tax, use our penalty and interest calculator to calculate your late filing and late payment penalties and interest.
Note: Only use this calculator if you're sending your late return and late payment together.
Prepare and file your income tax return with Free File
2019 personal income tax returns were due July 15, 2020. Free File software is still available for eligible taxpayers until the IRS e-file season closes for those who have not yet filed or who requested an extension.
2020 STAR Check Delivery Schedule
Some homeowners receive a check for the STAR credit, rather than receiving the STAR exemption, which is a reduction on their school tax bill. The department issues STAR credit checks prior to the due date for school taxes. Use the 2020 STAR Check Delivery Schedule lookup for the most recently updated information available for your area.
Cigarettes and tobacco products registration
Cigarettes and tobacco products retail dealer and vending machine registration is now available through your Business Online Services account.
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
