We do not accept orders for tax forms to be mailed. All tax forms and instructions are available to download from azdor.gov or by visiting local Arizona Department of Revenue offices. Arizona tax package and Arizona Booklet X Volumes 1 and 2 are now available to download from our website. Fillable tax forms are also available online.

If you need a copy of a previously filed and processed tax return and/or attachments including form W-2, you will use Arizona Form 450 Request for Certified Copies of Documents.  

Arizona tax laws do not provide a credit for dependents, but there is an exemption allowed. To get the dependent exemption for your children you must enter all of the information requested in Part A on back of Form 140 series. This includes names, social security numbers, relationships, and months lived in your home. If you do not furnish this information, you may lose the dependent exemption.

For Arizona taxpayers; if you are Single, Married Filing Separately or Head of Household and your Arizona Adjusted Gross Income (AAGI) is at least $5,500 or your Gross Income (GI) is at least $15,000 you must file.  If you are Married Filing Jointly and your AAGI is at least $11,000 or your GI is at least $15,000 you must file.  The filing requirements are explained at the beginning of the instructions on all Arizona income tax returns.  All tax forms can be located on our website under the category “Forms” for Individual.  To expedite the processing of your income tax return, we strongly encourage you to use the bar-coded Arizona tax forms or electronically file.  Bar-coded forms are available on our website under Forms for Individual.  Electronic filing information is available on our website on the EServices tab for Individual Taxpayers.

April 15, 2013 is due date for Arizona income tax return and tax payment.  Electronic payment option is available on AZTaxes.gov Make a Payment.  Most major credit cards, as well as Visa or MasterCard branded debit cards are accepted.

If you meet all of 1 through 5 below, you may claim a credit for increased excise taxes paid.  Complete Form 140ET to figure your credit:

1. You are not required to file an income tax return and you do not qualify for the property tax credit on Form 140PTC.
2. You were an Arizona resident during 2012.
3. You are not claimed as a dependent by any other taxpayer.
4. You were not sentenced for at least 60 days of 2012 to a county, state or federal prison.
5. Your federal adjusted gross income is:
   • $25,000 or less if you are married filing a joint return;
   • $25,000 or less if you are filing as head of household;
   • $12,500 or less if single;
   • $12,500 or less if married filing separately.

If you file electronically, you can authorize an electronic funds withdrawal (direct debit) from your checking or savings account.   You have already filed your tax return and would like to Make a Payment, that option is available on our website at www.AZTaxes.gov.  Most major credit cards, as well as Visa or MasterCard branded debit cards are accepted.

Each year Arizona Department of Revenue provides opportunities for taxpayers to file their Arizona Individual Income Tax return electronically at no cost to those who qualify.  More information is available online at azdor.gov E-Services for Individual Taxpayers.

If you electronically file your individual income tax return and request a direct deposit, you can expect your refund in fifteen business days.  If you file a paper return, you can expect your refund in twelve weeks.   You can check the status of your income tax refund on www.AZTaxes.gov using the Where’s My Refund link.

To correct an error on an Arizona tax return that has already been submitted, you must file an amended tax return.  Amended tax forms are available on our website under the category “Forms” for Individual.

Arizona Department of Revenue does not offer tax preparation assistance.  Two organizations that do offer assistance are Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) and AARP.  This Tax Assistance is available to individuals with low to moderate incomes, military personnel, people with disabilities and senior citizens.  For more info contact Community Information and Referral by dialing 2-1-1 within Arizona, toll-free 1-877-211-8661, or look them up online at www.cir.org/tax.  AARP offers assistance for the homebound, call 1-888-227-7669.  To expedite the processing of your income tax return, we strongly encourage you to use the bar-coded Arizona tax forms or electronically file.  Bar-coded forms are available on our website under Forms for Individual.  Electronic filing information is available on our website on the Eservices tab for Individual Taxpayers.

To request relief from liability for tax, plus related penalties and interest, that you think only your spouse (or former spouse) should pay, complete Arizona Form 200.  This form and instructions are available on our website under Forms for Individual.

Before you file or pay late here are some things you should consider.  Late file penalty is four and one half of one percent of the tax due on the return per month elapsing between due date of the return and the date the return is filed.  Late payment penalty is one half of one percent of the tax due on the return per month.  See Arizona Revised Statute section 42-1125 for more information about penalties.

For proper application of your payment you must attach the top portion of the billing notice you received and mail to the address provided.  If you have not received a billing notice then mail your payment to the following address.  For correct application of your payment and to avoid processing delays, you must provide your tax identification number and tax period you want the payment applied to.  If you have already filed your tax return and you remit payment separately, do not send a paper copy of your return with your payment:

Arizona Dept. of Revenue
PO Box 29085
Phoenix, AZ  85038-9085.

The mailing address will depend on whether or not you use a bar-coded return and if you are submitting a payment with the tax return.  Click here for the correct mailing address for your tax return.  To expedite the processing of your income tax return, we strongly encourage you to use the bar-coded Arizona tax forms or electronically file.  Bar-coded forms are available on our website under Forms for Individual.  Electronic filing information is available on our website on the Eservices tab for Individual Taxpayers.

Individuals use Arizona Form 204 to apply for automatic six month extension to file.  Your completed extension form must be filed by April 15, 2013.  Remember, this is not a request for extension to pay.  To avoid an extension underpayment penalty you must pay at least 90% of the tax due by April 15, 2013.  For proper application of your payment and to avoid delays, be sure to submit your payment together with the completed Arizona Form 204.  However, if you are filing under a federal extension, or making your Arizona extension payment electronically, you do not need to file Arizona Form 204.  Electronic payment can be made using AZTaxes.gov Make a Payment.

If you paid property taxes or rent on you main home in Arizona during 2012, you were a resident of Arizona the entire year, you were 65 or older by December 31, 2012 or received Title 16 Supplemental Security Income, your total household income was less than $3,751 if you lived alone or less than $5,501 if others lived with you, then you may qualify for a credit if you meet all of the criteria.  To determine if you qualify, read the instructions for Arizona Form 140PTC.  This form and instructions are available on our website under Forms for Individual.

Items of Interest or Income Tax Highlights, always includes important changes for the tax year. This page can be located at the front of the Arizona Tax booklet. Tax booklets are available on our website under the Forms category for Individual.  Click here  to take you to the Items of Interest/Income Tax Highlights for the current tax year.

We received your Arizona income tax return and found that the Social Security Number (SSN) and/or name on the W-2 form do not match the identification number and/or name on the tax return. As a result, the Department is unable to verify the withholding amount shown on the return and issue a refund. Before we can issue a refund, we must have additional information from you. 

Individuals who filed a timely Arizona Form 204 for an automatic six-month extension to file, the due date for your Arizona tax return is October 15, 2013.  Arizona will accept a valid federal extension for the period covered by the federal extension.  This includes the automatic six-month individual federal filing extension.  NOTE:  When preparing your Arizona tax return, please be sure to check the appropriate box on the return to indicate you are filing under an extension.