Millions of taxpayers will have extra time for in‑person help as the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) opens select tax offices nationwide on a special Saturday just days before the filing deadline.
The move is part of a broader announcement that extends access to in‑person assistance beyond Tax Day and into the early summer.
Why It Matters
Tax Day is approaching fast, and the IRS is facing heavy demand from filers seeking last‑minute help.
Extra weekend hours aim to ease pressure as the April deadline nears.
What To Know
IRS offices in dozens of states will open on two Saturdays this month to offer face‑to‑face help for taxpayers who need assistance filing their returns or resolving issues.
Select Taxpayer Assistance Centers (TACs) will be open from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on April 11 and April 25, the agency said in a news release issued Thursday.
Offices will operate in multiple states, along with locations in the District of Columbia and Puerto Rico.
These Saturday openings are designed to help taxpayers who can’t make it to an IRS office during normal weekday hours.
Services available during the special hours are the same as those typically offered at assistance centers, including help with account issues, identity verification, and tax filings.
The only exception is cash payments, which will not be accepted.
Taxpayers are being urged to check online before heading to an office.
Not every location will participate, and available services may vary by site.
A full list of participating offices and details about services is posted on the IRS website.
The special Saturday openings are part of a broader effort to expand access during the filing season.
The IRS said it plans to continue offering similar weekend events through June, extending support beyond the traditional April rush.
The Help Taxpayers Can Get In Person
On select Saturdays through late June, the IRS is opening many of its TACs to give taxpayers face‑to‑face help they may not be able to access during the workweek.
During these extended Saturday hours, visitors can receive most of the same services offered on a normal business day.
That includes help with tax notices and letters, refunds, identity theft issues, account questions, transcripts, forms, and payment inquiries.
IRS staff can also help taxpayers understand the next steps if they’re dealing with tax scams, appeals, or unresolved filing problems.
Assistance is available in multiple languages through over‑the‑phone translation services, and sign‑language interpretation can be arranged with advance notice.
Taxpayers are encouraged to arrive prepared.
Visitors should bring a government‑issued photo ID, Social Security numbers for themselves and dependents, and any IRS letters or notices tied to their issue.
Those seeking identity verification may be asked to provide additional documents.
While IRS offices do not prepare tax returns, staff will share information about free filing options, including IRS Free File, Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) sites, Tax Counseling for the Elderly (TCE), and programs available to military members and veterans.
Not every office is open on every Saturday, and availability can change.
The IRS recommends checking its website before traveling to confirm participating locations, services offered, and whether an appointment is required.
What People Are Saying
The IRS said: “The IRS encourages taxpayers to visit IRS.gov/SaturdayHours to review participating locations and available services before traveling to an office. The IRS will continue to offer these special events through June. Taxpayers can receive help with most services routinely offered at a TAC.”
What Happens Next
The IRS is expected to keep adjusting services as filing season pressures continue, with future changes likely tied to broader tax‑season demand and upcoming policy or administrative announcements.
