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About Publication 3, Armed Forces Tax Guide

Publication 3 covers the special tax situations of active members of the U.S. Armed Forces. It does not cover military pensions or veteran benefits, or give the basic tax rules that apply to all taxpayers.

Helpful information for military personnel

FS-2023-14, June 2023 —The IRS encourages members of the military and their families to learn more about the special tax benefits available to them.
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Eligibility for military tax benefits

This page provides a list of who is eligible for military tax benefits by category
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Filing season information and resources for military members and veterans

Tax Tip 2023-29, March 7, 2023 — The IRS offers a variety of tax resources and information designed to help members of the military community navigate their unique and sometimes complex tax situations. Reviewing these resources before filing can make completing an accurate tax return easier.
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Military, Individuals

Free online tax help for military members and their families

Tax Tip 2023-17, February 9, 2023 — Military personnel who want free federal tax return filing have a several options, including the Department of Defense’s MilTax and the IRS Free File program, which offers online tax preparation, electronic filing and direct deposit of refunds at no cost.
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Military

Military and clergy rules for the Earned Income Tax Credit

Find out if your military or clergy member pay counts as earned income for the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC).
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Individuals

Military members and their families can get free tax help

Tax Tip 2024-10, Feb. 21, 2024 — Military personnel who want to file free federal tax returns have several options, including the Department of Defense's MilTax and the IRS Free File program. These programs offer online tax preparation, electronic filing and direct deposit of refunds at no cost.
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Military

The IRS is here to help military members and veterans with their unique tax needs

Tax Tip 2024-89, Nov. 13, 2024 — Members of the U.S. Armed Forces, veterans and their families may qualify for special tax benefits. Whether they have a simple or complex tax situation, the IRS provides information to make filing taxes easier to understand for those sacrificing so much for our country.
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Retirement topics - Reemployment after military service or maternity/paternity leave

If an employee is reemployed after military service or incurring a maternity or paternity period of absence, certain rules apply.
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Administrators

Lots of military spouses are also entrepreneurs – here’s some tax info they can use

Tax Tip 2023-105, Aug. 29, 2023 — Many military spouses run businesses or do gig work, and whether it’s a side hustle or a major operation, the IRS has tax resources, tools and information to help them keep things running smoothly.
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Individuals, Self-Employed, Military

Filing extensions and tax return preparation assistance for military personnel stationed abroad or in a combat zone

If you are in the military stationed abroad or are in a combat zone during the tax filing season, you may qualify for certain automatic extensions related to the filing and paying of your federal income taxes.
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