Filing Georgia State Individual Income Tax Return

On this page find information on what is required to file your Georgia Individual Income Tax Return. 

Georgia Individual Income tax is based on the taxpayer's federal adjusted gross income, adjustments that are required by Georgia law, and the taxpayers’ filing requirements.

Please complete your federal return before starting your Georgia return. 

Your federal return contains information necessary for completing your Georgia return. 

Individual Income Tax Instructions & Forms

Download This Year's Tax Forms

How Do I File State Taxes?

Monitor Tax Status Online

Filing Requirements

Filing Electronically

File for Free

Payment Options

Frequently Asked Questions

Individual Taxes: Relevant Information

Forms and information related to filing individual income tax in the state of Georgia.

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Avoid Delays – Check Your Return

Common items to check before submitting your tax return.
Tax Tables & Georgia Tax Rate Schedule

Quick link to current tax tables and Rate Schedule. Historical Tax Tables may be found within the Individual Income Tax Booklets.
Need Help with Your Taxes?

Looking for help with your State and Federal taxes?  See if you are eligible for these tax services.
File an Extension

There are two ways to receive an automatic 6-month extension to file your Georgia income tax return.
Filing an Appeal or Protest

Disputing a proposed assessment or refund denial.
Find Approved Tax Software

List of approved software providers for Georgia returns.
Change Mailing Address

How to change your address in GTC.
Retirement Income Exclusion

Information on the Retirement and Military Retirement Income Exclusion.
Information on Tax Credits

Information and forms related to Georgia tax credits that can be used to offset your tax liability.
Request a Copy of a Tax Return

Options for ordering copies or obtaining your own tax information.
Request a Penalty Waiver

Information about penalty waivers and how to request one online or by mail.
Change Name on Tax Return

Information on required documents to change name on tax return.
File an Amended Individual Income Tax Return (500x)

File Form 500X to correct information reported on Form 500.