Tax Preparation Info

Find the forms and info you need to file your taxes in Idaho, or other states.

• IRS Forms, Instructions, and Publications
• Idaho State Tax Commission Forms and Guides
• Tax Forms for Other States (FTA)

You can file your taxes online, by mail or in person. 

All Boise Public Library locations provide free computer and wi-fi access where you can complete and file your taxes online. If you prefer paper filing, we have printers and scanners, and staff can help you print tax forms and completed returns for free (directions and any personal supplemental information will need to be printed at the regular costs). See more information on Computer Access and Printing.

Library Locations and Hours

The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) partners with local communities to provide Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) and AARP Foundation Tax-Aide programs. Help is also available through the IRS's Taxpayer Advocate Service.

Check the library event calendar for all tax help events.

Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA)

Boise Public Library partners with Boise State University (BSU) to provide free tax help at the Downtown Library. Schedule an appointment at TaxHelpID.org. Drop-ins are welcome. Check the library's online calendar for sessions.

AARP Foundation Tax-Aide

Boise Public Library partners with AARP Foundation Tax-Aide program at the Library! at Hillcrest. Check the library’s online calendar for sessions. Make your appointment in person. Please bring your documents with you in case you can be seen right away. You do not need to be an AARP member or retiree to use this service. All Tax-Aide volunteers are IRS-certified. See additional AARP Tax-Aide locations.

Preparing for a Tax Help Appointment

The IRS Publication 3676 form lists what you need to bring to your tax help appointment. 

To prepare for your VITA or AARP Foundation tax help appointment, complete the Tax Help Intake Form, IRS Form 13614-C:

• IRS Form 13614-C in English
• IRS Form 13614-C in other languages