Free tax help in Nebraska

How to file your Nebraska and federal returns for free if you qualify, the Nebraska deadline, and where to find free volunteer help.

Check if you qualify (5 questions)

State income tax	Yes
Tax year 2025 due date	April 15, 2026. Usually April 15 (same as federal). Not fully confirmed.
Extension	A federal extension automatically extends Nebraska (or file Form 4868N by the due date) for six months; interest is due from the original due date.
State tax agency	Nebraska Department of Revenue

Free Nebraska state filing

Nebraska Federal/State Online E-file Software

Nebraska lists online software for federal and state filing, including MyFreeTaxes, which offers free federal and state preparation and e-file with some limits; other listed products may charge.

See Nebraska Free File options

NebFile for Individuals

Free state e-filing of the Nebraska individual return directly with the Department of Revenue.

Go to NebFile for Individuals

Free if you qualify. Rules are for tax year 2025 (filed in 2026) unless noted; Nebraska may update them in January.

Free federal filing for Nebraska residents

VITA: free preparation if you make about $70,244 or less; most sites also do the state return. Find a site.
TCE and AARP Tax-Aide: free help focused on older taxpayers. Find a Tax-Aide site.
IRS Free File: AGI $89,000 or less (tax year 2025). Some partners include a free Nebraska return.
MyFreeTaxes: federal and state, income under $89,000.
MilTax: for the military community, federal plus up to three state returns.
Fillable Forms: any income, federal only.

Common questions

Can I file my Nebraska state return for free?

Often, yes, if you qualify. Nebraska options include Nebraska Federal/State Online E-file Software and NebFile for Individuals. VITA and TCE volunteers usually prepare the state return too, and MyFreeTaxes covers state returns for income under $89,000.

When is the Nebraska tax deadline?

For tax year 2025, the Nebraska return was due April 15, 2026. Usually April 15 (same as federal). A federal extension automatically extends Nebraska (or file Form 4868N by the due date) for six months; interest is due from the original due date.

Where can I get free tax help in person in Nebraska?

Use the IRS VITA/TCE locator or the AARP Tax-Aide locator and search your ZIP code. Sites are mostly open from late January to mid-April.

Need paid help in Nebraska?

If you don't qualify for free help, have past-due returns, or got a notice from the IRS or Nebraska Department of Revenue, our partner Pack Tax works with Nebraska residents by phone and video.

This is paid help, not a free program. You can ask questions before you agree to anything.

Ask Pack Tax for help

Pack Tax is our paid partner; we may receive a fee for referrals. How this works

Sources

Nebraska facts checked on October 8, 2026. Rules and dates change every year; confirm with Nebraska Department of Revenue before you file.