The Free File Alliance is a nonprofit coalition of industry-leading tax software companies partnered with Montana to help our taxpayers prepare and e-file their federal and state tax returns for free.
Our partners offer free services to taxpayers who meet certain requirements. If you do not qualify for any of the offers listed below, you may wish to file using one of our approved software vendors or find a tax professional.
Learn more about the Free File Alliance.
The Montana Department of Revenue does not endorse any software companies or guarantee their products, services, or prices.
Step 1
Pick a Vendor From the List Below
Look at the offers below to see if you qualify, then pick the best offer for you.
Step 2
Use The Link on This Page to Access Your Chosen Software
Use the link on this page to access the software of your choice.
If you do not use one of the links below, you may not be able to redeem the free file offer and may be charged a fee.
Step 3
File Your State and Federal Returns
Follow the instructions provided by the software you’ve chosen to file your return.
Contact the provider if you questions about using their software.
Please Note
Some providers may charge a fee if you do not file both state and federal returns at the same time.
Software vendors may have additional requirements.
We recommend you carefully review the product Terms and Conditions to choose the product that best serves your tax needs.
The companies listed below may charge a fee for:
- Upgraded return services, such as audit protection
- Add-on services, such as instant refund
- Electronic Preparation Service
- Filing your federal return
- Other extended benefits
Some vendors may also charge a fee if you do not file your federal and state returns at the same time.
If you have questions about the software product, fees, or additional services, please contact the provider’s customer support line.
Some sites or software may offer free federal filing. This does not guarantee free state filing for Montana returns.
Free File Alliance Offers
The list will be revised upon the completion of the software testing process.