Financial Counseling & Free Tax Filing
MilTax: How Military Families File Taxes Free (1 Federal + 5 State)
Who qualifies for free MilTax filing, why it beats consumer tax apps for military pay, and how it handles combat pay and multi-state moves.
- MilTax is free tax software designed for military scenarios — combat pay exclusions, multiple-state filings from a PCS, and more.
- It files 1 federal and up to 5 state returns at no cost — eligible for active duty, family, survivors, and recently separated vets (typically 365 days).
- Free MilTax consultants can answer military-specific tax questions you won't get from a consumer app.
- If you've been paying TurboTax for a military return, you've likely been paying for something you can get free.
The free official program
MilTax & Financial Counseling (official, free) — MilTax e-filing and personal financial counseling are free through the official program. Call 800-342-9647.
Frequently asked
Is MilTax really free?
Yes — free federal and up to five state returns, with no income cap, for eligible service members, families, survivors and recently separated veterans.
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