NJ Free Tax Assistance Locations

VITA Information and sites for 2023 will be posted on this page as they become available.

 

This year you may find that VITA tax preparation programs around the state have COVID-19 restrictions. Many VITA volunteers are either working remotely, limiting their in-person availability, or opting for drop-off services. 

AARP Foundation Tax-Aide provides free tax preparation in different ways – in-person, low-contact, or contact-free – depending on what service is available in your area. Some sites can provide service in one or two visits, or you may not need to visit a site at all, with all interactions taking place online. 

For the most current listing of AARP locations, visit the 2023 AARP Foundation Tax-Aide Service. or search here. 

VITA sites listed below are actively helping clients this year. Look for the location in your area and follow the instructions provided for that site or call the site for further instructions. The VITA program’s goal is to complete your tax return in a timely manner. Submitting ALL the information and documentation required to complete the tax return will hasten the process.


Use the drop-down menu to filter the list by county.

Current Centers List

Atlantic

Howard Stainton Senior Center

counties served: Atlantic Cape May

Location

1735 Simpson Ave
Ocean City, NJ
Special instructions:

Schedule an appointment for in-person or drop-off service.

Household income limit: $55,000 or less

Phone: 609-398-2552 ; 215-454-6483
Open:

Mon, Wed, Fri 12:00pm - 3:00pm

Make appointment

United Way of Northern New Jersey - Virtual Portal

counties served: Atlantic Bergen Burlington Camden Cape May Cumberland Essex Gloucester Hudson Hunterdon Mercer Middlesex Monmouth Morris Ocean Passaic Salem Somerset Sussex Union Warren
Special instructions:

100% Virtual Service

Using a computer or your smartphone, scan or take pictures of required documents for upload.

IRS tax law-certified volunteers will review all documents and communicate through video chat or by phone for the entire process, which includes clarifying or obtaining additional information, reviewing the return, completing it, and filing it electronically.

Once all documents are uploaded, returns will be prepared for completion within seven to 10 business days.

Phone: 973-993-1160 ext. 521
Open:

Website available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Make appointment
Bergen

Franciscan CDC

counties served: Bergen Hudson

Location

239 Anderson Ave
Fairview, NJ
Special instructions:

No Walk-ins. Must call to schedule an appointment. 

Drop-off and virtual upload services only.

Spanish services available

Phone: 201-941-1000; 201-870-1219; 201-870-0426
Open:

Drop-off and Pick-up of Tax Documents

Mon - Fri 3:00 pm- 6:00 pm
Sat 10:00 am - 2:00 pm

Bergen Volunteer Center

counties served: Bergen

Location

64 Passaic Street
Hackensack, NJ
Special instructions:

By appointment only.
- Call and leave a message requesting an appointment.
- An intake specialist will call you to go over your information. If you qualify an in person appointment will be made.
- In Person appointments take anywhere from 1 to 3 hours to complete. Please give yourself ample time.
- Drop-off service and virtual appointments are also offered.

Bergen County residents with a household income of less than $62,000.

Phone: 201-489-9454, ext. 206
Open:

Mon - Fri 9:00 am - 4:00 pm

United Way of Northern New Jersey - Virtual Portal

counties served: Atlantic Bergen Burlington Camden Cape May Cumberland Essex Gloucester Hudson Hunterdon Mercer Middlesex Monmouth Morris Ocean Passaic Salem Somerset Sussex Union Warren
Special instructions:

100% Virtual Service

Using a computer or your smartphone, scan or take pictures of required documents for upload.

IRS tax law-certified volunteers will review all documents and communicate through video chat or by phone for the entire process, which includes clarifying or obtaining additional information, reviewing the return, completing it, and filing it electronically.

Once all documents are uploaded, returns will be prepared for completion within seven to 10 business days.

Phone: 973-993-1160 ext. 521
Open:

Website available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Make appointment
Burlington

United Way of Northern New Jersey - Virtual Portal

counties served: Atlantic Bergen Burlington Camden Cape May Cumberland Essex Gloucester Hudson Hunterdon Mercer Middlesex Monmouth Morris Ocean Passaic Salem Somerset Sussex Union Warren
Special instructions:

100% Virtual Service

Using a computer or your smartphone, scan or take pictures of required documents for upload.

IRS tax law-certified volunteers will review all documents and communicate through video chat or by phone for the entire process, which includes clarifying or obtaining additional information, reviewing the return, completing it, and filing it electronically.

Once all documents are uploaded, returns will be prepared for completion within seven to 10 business days.

Phone: 973-993-1160 ext. 521
Open:

Website available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Make appointment

Pemberton Library

counties served: Burlington

Location

16 Broadway
Browns Mills, NJ
Special instructions:

By appointment only; no walk-ins. Handicap accessible. 

Cannot prepare your taxes if you own rental property, cryptocurrency or any digital asset.

Phone: 609-893-8262
Open:

Tue 10:00 am - 1:00 pm

Evesham Library

counties served: Burlington

Location

984 Tuckerton Rd
Marlton, NJ
Special instructions:

Call or visit the website to schedule an appointment. Handicap accessible. 

Cannot prepare your taxes if you own rental property, cryptocurrency or any digital asset.

Phone: 856-983-1444
Open:

Tues, Thurs 10:00 am - 2:00 pm

Pinelands Library

counties served: Burlington

Location

39 Allen Ave
Medford, NJ
Special instructions:

Visit the website or call to schedule an appointment. 

Cannot prepare your taxes if you own rental property, cryptocurrency or any digital asset.

Phone: 609-654-6113
Open:

Tue 10:00 am - 1:00 pm

Cinnaminson Library

counties served: Burlington

Location

1619 Riverton Road
Riverton, NJ
Special instructions:

Visit the website or call to schedule an appointment. Handicap accessible. 

Cannot prepare your taxes if you own rental property, cryptocurrency or any digital asset.

Phone: 856-829-9340
Open:

Feb 6, 14, 21, 27: 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Mar, Apr: Mon 10:00 am - 1:00 pm

Burlington County Library

counties served: Burlington

Location

5 Pioneer Blvd
Westampton, NJ
Special instructions:

Call or visit the website to schedule an appointment. Handicap accessible. 

Cannot prepare your taxes if you own rental property, cryptocurrency or any digital asset.

Phone: 609-267-9660
Open:

Wed, Thurs 9:00 am - 1:00 pm

Camden

United Way of Northern New Jersey - Virtual Portal

counties served: Atlantic Bergen Burlington Camden Cape May Cumberland Essex Gloucester Hudson Hunterdon Mercer Middlesex Monmouth Morris Ocean Passaic Salem Somerset Sussex Union Warren
Special instructions:

100% Virtual Service

Using a computer or your smartphone, scan or take pictures of required documents for upload.

IRS tax law-certified volunteers will review all documents and communicate through video chat or by phone for the entire process, which includes clarifying or obtaining additional information, reviewing the return, completing it, and filing it electronically.

Once all documents are uploaded, returns will be prepared for completion within seven to 10 business days.

Phone: 973-993-1160 ext. 521
Open:

Website available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Make appointment
Cape May

Howard Stainton Senior Center

counties served: Atlantic Cape May

Location

1735 Simpson Ave
Ocean City, NJ
Special instructions:

Schedule an appointment for in-person or drop-off service.

Household income limit: $55,000 or less

Phone: 609-398-2552 ; 215-454-6483
Open:

Mon, Wed, Fri 12:00pm - 3:00pm

Make appointment

United Way of Northern New Jersey - Virtual Portal

counties served: Atlantic Bergen Burlington Camden Cape May Cumberland Essex Gloucester Hudson Hunterdon Mercer Middlesex Monmouth Morris Ocean Passaic Salem Somerset Sussex Union Warren
Special instructions:

100% Virtual Service

Using a computer or your smartphone, scan or take pictures of required documents for upload.

IRS tax law-certified volunteers will review all documents and communicate through video chat or by phone for the entire process, which includes clarifying or obtaining additional information, reviewing the return, completing it, and filing it electronically.

Once all documents are uploaded, returns will be prepared for completion within seven to 10 business days.

Phone: 973-993-1160 ext. 521
Open:

Website available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Make appointment

Lower Cape Senior Center

counties served: Cape May

Location

2612 Bayshore Road
Villas, NJ
Special instructions:

Schedule an appointment for in-person or drop-off service.

Household income limit: $55,000 or less

Phone: 609-886-5161 ; 215-454-6483
Open:

Tue, Thurs 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Sat 9:00 am - 1:00 pm

Make appointment
Cumberland

United Way of Northern New Jersey - Virtual Portal

counties served: Atlantic Bergen Burlington Camden Cape May Cumberland Essex Gloucester Hudson Hunterdon Mercer Middlesex Monmouth Morris Ocean Passaic Salem Somerset Sussex Union Warren
Special instructions:

100% Virtual Service

Using a computer or your smartphone, scan or take pictures of required documents for upload.

IRS tax law-certified volunteers will review all documents and communicate through video chat or by phone for the entire process, which includes clarifying or obtaining additional information, reviewing the return, completing it, and filing it electronically.

Once all documents are uploaded, returns will be prepared for completion within seven to 10 business days.

Phone: 973-993-1160 ext. 521
Open:

Website available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Make appointment
Essex

Family Promise of Essex County

counties served: Essex

Location

46 Park St
Montclair, NJ
Special instructions:

Appointments Required. Drop off only. No in person appointments. No Walk-ins

Phone: 973-993-1160 ext. 521
Open:

By appointment only; please call to confirm the hours and days of operation.

Make appointment

Ironbound Community Corporation

counties served: Essex

Location

317 Elm Street
Newark, NJ
Special instructions:

Opens Monday, January 30th, 2023.
Must call to schedule an appointment.  No Walk-ins.

Open to households with an annual income of $60,000 or less.

This is a Certifying Acceptance Agent (CAA) and can assist taxpayers in filing a W-7 to apply for a new ITIN or a renewal. If you do not have a social security number or ITIN number but want to file your taxes, this is the tax site that can assist you. 

Spanish service is available. 

Phone: 973-735-3356
Open:

Mon - Thurs 3:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Sat 10:00 am - 2:00 pm

New Community Corporation Family Resource Center

counties served: Essex

Location

274 South Orange Ave
Newark, NJ
Special instructions:

Opens Monday, January 30th, 2023.
Must call to make an appointment.  No walk-ins.

Open to households with an annual income of $66,000 or less.

Spanish service is available. 

Phone: 973-565-9500
Open:

Tue 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Wed 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Thurs 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Fri 11:00 am - 2:00 pm

Urban League of Essex County

counties served: Essex

Location

508 Central Avenue
Newark, NJ
Special instructions:

Opens Monday, January 30th, 2023.
Must call to make an appointment.  No walk-ins.

Open to households with an annual income of $66,000 or less.

Spanish service is available. 

Phone: 973-624-9535 ext. 273
Open:

Mon - Fri 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Sat 10:00 am - 2:00 pm

Weequahic Family Success Center

counties served: Essex

Location

434 Chancellor Ave
Newark, NJ
Special instructions:

Opens Monday, January 30th, 2023.
Drop off service only. 

Open to households with an annual income of $66,000 or less.

Open:

Wed - Thurs 1:00 pm - 6:00 pm
4th Sat of the Month 10:00 am - 2:00 pm

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