RICHMOND — Virginia Tax is reminding taxpayers in Virginia that the filing and payment deadline is Thursday, May 1, to file a return.
“We are, as always, encouraging you to file electronically and request a refund, if you have one coming, via direct deposit,” notes Tax Commissioner James J. Alex.
Electronically filed returns are typically processed within four weeks, while mailed returns may take up to eight weeks or longer. Taxpayers can find detailed information on the Virginia Tax website.
According to the agency:
- No penalties or interest will apply so long as a return is filed and full payment ismade by the deadline
- Those who qualify are eligible for a free service to file their taxes online
- For those who miss the filing deadline, Virginia has an automatic, six-month filing extension. Taxes owed must be paid on time to avoid additional penalties and interest
- Those who need to make a payment can pay online, directly from a bank account, with a check or money order or with a credit or debit card.
Tax relief is available for individual and fiduciary taxpayers affected by Hurricane Helene or the February flooding and winter storms in Southwest Virginia. For details, visit Victims of Hurricane Helene or February 2025 Flooding in Southwest Virginia online.
For secure, online self-service, create and log into an online individual account, allowing tracking of a return or refund. Taxpayers can also check the status of a refund by using the Where’s My Refund application on the Virginia Tax website or calling 804.367.2486.
