Changes to Base Tax Center Published Dec. 8, 2020 By Minot Air Force Base Legal Office Minot Air Force Base Public Affairs MINOT AIR FORCE BASE, N.D. -- Due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, the free tax services offered through Minot Air Force Base's Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program will be modified for the upcoming filing season. Airmen, E-1 through E-6, will receive tax services between 25 January and 14 March 2021. All other eligible taxpayers, including the remaining enlisted tier, officers, retirees, DoD civilian personnel, and other branches of service will be seen on a space available appointment from 15 March through 15 April 2021. Because of the expected limited appointments and limited pool of trained VITA volunteers, the base tax center will be unable to accommodate the amount of customers as in past years. Therefore, members are highly encouraged to switch to other free tax software programs, including that offered through Military One Source (https://www.militaryonesource.mil), or any other free software program. Military One Source MilTax program offers filing of federal and up to three state tax returns, with tax consultants available for assistance at (800) 342-9647. However, before filing your state taxes online, know your state's rules for military income and if married, that of a spouse who may not be from the same legal state of residency. Our legal office representatives stand ready to answer any questions you may have concerning how states tax military pay and what you should expect. On average, a married filing joint couple with two state tax returns can save between $500-$700 by utilizing free software. Self education on federal and state tax law can save you hundreds of dollars. As a reminder, to receive tax assistance, you must bring photo IDs and social security cards for the taxpayer, spouse, and dependents. Once you have received and printed all your tax documents, you may schedule an appointment starting 25 January 2021 by calling 723-3026.