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Don’t Forget Your Taxes-4/1/2026

Iron Mountain, MI, United States / 906daily.com
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Don't Forget Your Taxes-4/1/2026


LANSING, Mich. – With the individual income tax filing deadline approaching, the Michigan Department of Treasury today announced more than 3.3 million individual income tax returns have been processed and more than $2 billion in refunds issued since the 2026 filing season opened on Jan. 26.

“The individual income tax filing deadline is two weeks away, and we encourage taxpayers to not wait to file right at the deadline,” said Deputy State Treasurer Kavita Kale, who oversees Treasury’s Revenue Services programs. “Submitting an accurate return helps ensure timely processing and reduces the likelihood of delays.”

Filing a tax return enables eligible taxpayers to receive important tax credits and other benefits. Individuals can file their state income tax return online for free, e-file with tax preparation software, or mail a paper form with documentation. All state of Michigan individual income tax returns and payment of any taxes owed must be received by April 15, 2026. For the convenience of taxpayers, the state’s individual income tax filing season is the same as set by the Internal Revenue Service.

Taxpayers are encouraged to check the status of their refund through Michigan Treasury eServices or through the department’s automated phone system at 517-636-4486. Please note repeated calls to the contact center may increase call waiting times.

“We appreciate the public’s patience and encourage taxpayers to carefully review their returns before filing to help reduce errors,” Kale added.

For more information about refund processing or to track the status of a return, taxpayers may visit michigan.gov/wheresmyrefund.

Taxpayers should also be aware of the following this tax season:

  • Michigan Treasury eServices enables taxpayers to file for free, check refunds, make payments, view records, and respond to Treasury letters.
  • Refunds typically take 4–6 weeks for efiled returns and 6–8 weeks for mailed returns.
  • Free tax preparation is available for eligible individuals through IRS-certified volunteers and other community programs. Look for local programs in your area.
  • Taxpayers in emergency areas in Southwest Michigan and Northern Michigan have additional time to file and pay state taxes, with penalties and interest waived for those who qualify. Relief must be requested directly from Treasury.

The individual income tax return deadline is April 15. For more information about individual income tax season, go to Michigan.gov/IncomeTax.

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