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Maine Tax Details
The Maine Revenue Services changed the Educational Opportunity Tax Credit and replaced it with the Student Loan Repayment Tax Credit (SLRTC). This new SLRTC is more inclusive than the previous credit, so more Maine residents may qualify for it.
2022 Maine Tax Forms
These are the supported Maine state tax forms on FreeTaxUSA:
Form 1040ME
Maine Individual Income Tax Return
Schedule CP
ME Charitable Contributions and Purchase of Park Passes
Schedule PTFC/STFC
ME Property Tax Fairness Credit/Sales Tax Fairness Credit
Schedule 1A
ME Income Additions
Schedule 1S
ME Income Subtractions
Schedule 2
ME Itemized Deductions
Schedule A
ME Adjustments to Tax
Schedule NR
ME Schedule for Calculating the Nonresident Credit
Worksheet A
ME Residency Information Worksheet
Worksheet B
ME Income Allocation Worksheet
SLRTC Worksheet
ME Student Loan Repayment Tax Credit Worksheet
Form 1040ME-PV
ME Individual Income Tax Payment Voucher
Form 1040ME-ES
ME Estimated Tax Payment Vouchers
Frequently Asked Questions
- Who is a full-year resident of Maine?
- Who is a part-year resident of Maine?
- Who is a nonresident of Maine?
- Who is a "Safe Harbor" resident of Maine?
- Who is a qualifying child or dependent for the Sales Tax Fairness Credit?
- Maine Extension
- What is use tax? How do I calculate my Maine use tax?
- How do I know if my day care provider qualifies as a Step 4 Child Care Program?
- What is sales tax on casual rentals of living quarters?
- What pension income is NOT eligible for the Maine Pension Income Deduction?
- What is the credit for taxes paid to another state?
- What is the Phaseout of Itemized/Standard Deductions Worksheet for 2023 estimated tax?
- What types of income aren't taxed if my nonmilitary spouse is in Maine only because of military orders?
- What are qualified medical cannabis business expenses for Maine?
2022 Maine Return Filing Deadlines
Keep these Maine state deadlines in mind as you do your taxes.
Individual Tax Returns
Due by April 18, 2023
Maine State Extension Request
If you expect a refund: Automatic extension with Maine.
If you expect to owe ME taxes: Submit ME Form 1040ME-EXT with payment.
Due by April 18, 2023
Individual Income Tax Payment
Due by April 18, 2023
Individual Income Tax Returns for Extension Filers
Due by October 16, 2023
2022 Maine Refunds
Ways to Receive Your Refund
Get your Maine refund in your bank account, on a prepaid debit card, mailed as a paper check, or put it towards next year's Maine taxes.
Refund Status for E-Filed Tax Returns
If you filed your Maine tax return electronically, you can usually check your ME refund status 4-5 business days after Maine Revenue Services accepts your return. Your refund can take up to 4+ weeks to process.
Refund Status for Mailed Tax Returns
If you mailed your Maine tax return, you should wait 12 weeks before checking your ME refund status.
How to check your tax refund status
Check your ME refund status online at portal.maine.gov/refundstatus/refund
Call Maine Revenue Services at (207) 624-9784
2022 Maine State Tax Payments
Maine has many income tax payment options. Find the option that works best for you below.
Pay with an Electronic Funds Transfer
You can use this payment option when you e-file with us.
Pay with a Credit Card
Visit portal.maine.gov/ezpay/welcome to pay using your credit card.
Due by April 18, 2023
Pay by Mail
If mailing your tax return, mail a check or money order with Form 1040ME
If e-filing your tax return, mail a check or money oder with Form 1040ME-PV
If filing an extension, mail a check or money order with Form 1040EXT-ME
Due by April 18, 2023
2022 Maine Extension
An extension extends the time you have to file your return by up to 6 months. If you need to pay taxes, you are required to pay the amount due by April 18, 2023.
You need to pay 90% of your taxes by April 18, 2023. If you pay late, you may be charged a late penalty and interest on any unpaid taxes.
If you expect an Maine refund: Automatic extension with Maine.
If you expect to owe Maine taxes: Submit ME Form 1040EXT-ME with payment by April 18, 2023.
File 2022 Maine Prior Year Taxes
Even though the deadline has passed, you can still prepare Maine taxes for prior years. Many people who file late tax returns have refunds waiting for them. We'll help you prepare and mail your federal and state tax returns.
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