The IRS announced on January 8th, 2013, that the official date for the IRS to begin processing 2012 individual income tax returns will be January 30, 2013. The last minute tax law changes enacted on January 2, 2013, by Congress have caused this delay. The IRS is now scrambling to update forms and processing systems to reflect those changes.

Most taxpayers will be able to file at that time, but some taxpayers with certain deductions will be delayed even further into February or March. These deductions may include residential energy credits, certain depreciations, or general business credits.

“We have worked hard to open tax season as soon as possible,” IRS Acting Commissioner Steven T. Miller said. “This date ensures we have the time we need to update and test our processing systems.”

The IRS will not process paper tax returns before the anticipated Jan. 30 opening date. There is no advantage to filing on paper before the opening date, and taxpayers will receive their tax refunds much faster by using e-file with direct deposit.

A Tax Haven is available to prepare your return now so it will be ready to file as soon as the IRS begins accepting returns.

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