When Will The Irs Accept 2025 Returns. Irs achieves paperless processing for tax returns. Earlier this summer, the irs answered that question, announcing that direct file will be a permanent option for filing federal tax returns, starting with the 2025 tax season.

You can use certain private delivery services (pdss) designated by the irs to meet the timely mailing as timely filing/paying rule for tax returns and payments. An important point to note is that while you can start filing your taxes in december or january with tax software providers, the irs will not accept or process any returns (paper or.