The NebFile system allows Nebraska resident taxpayers to file their state income tax return FREE over the Internet. Eligibility requirements and capabilities are listed below and on the NebFile system help screens. NebFile is not tax preparation software, but it will do simple calculations and table look-ups for you. The NebFile system allows you to file a short form, Form 1040NS, or a long form, 1040N, with some limitations.
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NebFile is a method for you to electronically file your Nebraska Individual Income Tax Return over the Internet, and is FREE to use. It is limited to full-year Nebraska residents and has other eligibility requirements (see the next question).
To qualify for NebFile, you MUST:
Be a full-year Nebraska resident during ALL of 2008,
To qualify for NebFile, you MUST NOT:
Have any income or withholding from another state (including wages, gambling winnings, or interest income), Be claiming a refund for a deceased taxpayer who is not your spouse, Have a federal Adjusted Gross Income (AGI) equal to zero, or Claim any of the following credits: Community Development Assistance Act Credit, line 22, Form 1040N. This credit is for contributions to approved projects of community betterment organizations recognized by the Nebraska Department of Economic Development. To claim this credit, you must use Form CDN and Form 1099NTC. Form 3800N Credit, line 23, Form 1040N. This is the nonrefundable credit for qualified businesses that expand their economic investment or employment base in Nebraska. Nebraska Charitable Endowment Tax Credit, line 25, Form 1040N. This is the credit for a planned gift to a qualified Nebraska charitable endowment. Financial Institution Tax Credit, line 26, Form 1040N. This is the credit available to certain shareholders in banks. The bank should provide you with a Form NFC to claim the credit. Form 3800N Credit, line 31, form 1040N. This is the refundable credit for qualified business that expand their economic investment or employment base in Nebraska. Beginning Farmer Credit, line 33, Form 1040N. To claim this credit, you should have a certificate from the Nebraska Department of Agriculture. Special Capital Gains/Extraordinary Dividends Deduction, line 54, Nebraska Schedule I. This credit is claimed by residents who received capital stock of a qualified corporation because of employment or while employed by the corporation. To claim this credit, you must complete Form 4797N.
Your PIN was mailed to you, and is either on a postcard or in the tax booklet.
Yes. You need to have a PIN to access the NebFile system. If you have a valid Nebraska driver’s license you can be immediately assigned a PIN. If you do not have a valid Nebraska driver’s license, you must complete an online registration, after which you will be e-mailed a NebFile PIN. CLICK HERE to get your NebFile PIN.
Yes. When you connect to the NebFile system, you will find a link on the Login page where you can look up your PIN. You must have a valid Nebraska driver's license to use this look-up. CLICK HERE to look up your PIN. If you do not have a Nebraska driver's license, call us at 1-800-742-7474 (in Nebraska and Iowa) or 1-402-471-5729, and ask for your PIN.
If you meet all of the eligibility requirements, but didn't receive a booklet or postcard (due to a move or some other reason), you can still get your PIN. CLICK HERE to look up your PIN.
If you answer all eligibility questions correctly and the system locks you out, then you are not actually eligible to use NebFile. If you have made a mistake in answering those questions and believe you are eligible to use NebFile, contact the department at 1-800-742-7474 (in Nebraska and Iowa) or 1-402-471-5729, and ask you have your PIN reset.
Before using the NebFile system:
Verify that you are eligible to use NebFile, Locate your NebFile PIN on your postcard or in your tax booklet, Make sure you have ALL of your Forms W-2 and 1099 showing Nebraska withholding, and Have a copy of your completed 2008 federal tax return to look at when entering federal data into NebFile.
The biggest benefit is a faster refund. When your tax return is electronically transmitted, it gets processed almost immediately. This means your refund will be issued faster; and if you use direct deposit, your refund can be automatically credited to your bank account. E-file is also easier and more accurate. You will be asked a series of questions that you must answer, and the math and tax law work is done by the computer. After you submit your return, you will receive a confirmation that the return was received. Finally, any e-filed return costs your government less to process, and so is just the right thing to do.
NebFile is not tax preparation software, but it will do simple calculations and table look-ups for you. You will be required to answer some questions, and to enter data from your federal return.
Federal/State online filing is when you access commercially written software that is on the software company’s Internet server, and use it to enter your federal and state tax returns. NebFile is on a state-owned Internet server and uses software produced by the state. There is typically a fee charged for using the Federal/State commercially written software, whereas there is no cost for using NebFile. Commercially written Federal/State e-file software is designed to assist you to prepare your return, and is capable of preparing more complicated returns, including non-resident and partial year resident returns. NebFile is designed to handle basic resident returns, and requires you to have already completed your federal return in a separate process.
You can navigate backwards and forwards through the return so that you can change information you entered. If you make a mistake entering information on any page, you can return to that page to make changes. However, if you’ve submitted your return and received a confirmation number, you cannot make further changes. If you need to make a change at this point, you will need to file an amended return. If you need to amend your return, contact our Taxpayer Assistance at 1-800-742-7474 (in Nebraska and Iowa) or 1-402-471-5729 (outside of Nebraska and Iowa).
The responsibility for an accurate tax return still rests with the taxpayer. It is your responsibility to enter all information completely and accurately. Before you begin, be sure to have all information you will need to complete your return ready, including your federal return, and all 1099 and W-2 forms that show Nebraska withholding. Always verify all information on your return before submitting it.
After you submit your return, you will have the opportunity to print a copy of your return, which has your Confirmation Number printed on it. You should retain this for your records, along with your federal return and withholding documentation (Forms W-2 and 1099). If you are unable to print the copy of your form, write down and keep your Confirmation Number.
The NebFile system is a product of the State of Nebraska, and is located on a secure Web site.
If you have a refund, you can have it directly deposited to your chosen financial institution account. If you have a balance due you can make your payment using the department’s online e-pay system or by credit card. These options allow you to make your filing totally paperless. You also have the option to pay your taxes by check or money order. The NebFile system gives you the option of printing a Nebraska Form 1040N-V Payment Voucher that you should attach to your check or money order. CLICK HERE to make your payment.
