These are the same steps our staff use when they help someone. "They" means the person who needs help: you, or someone you are helping. Go in order, and call ahead when you can.
1Free tax filing
Tax Help New Mexico - WNMU VITA site
Free tax preparation (VITA)
575-538-6329
501 E 18th St (Watts Hall), Silver City · Seasonal. 2026: Feb 2-Apr 2, Mon/Wed 10am-5pm, Tue/Thu 8am-noon; closed spring break
Bring
- Photo ID
- Social Security cards for everyone on the return
- W-2 and 1099 forms
- last year's return if they have it
- bank account and routing number for direct deposit
2Money back even with little or no income
NM Taxation and Revenue Department
Low Income Comprehensive Tax Rebate: cash refund even with little or no income
866-285-2996
NM Taxation and Revenue Department
Working Families Tax Credit and NM Child Tax Credit (refundable; paid even if no
866-285-2996
3A problem with the IRS or the state
New Mexico Legal Aid - Low Income Taxpayer Clinic
Free help with IRS and state income tax disputes
833-545-4357
· Statewide phone/online; intake Mon-Thu (hours vary, morning is safest)
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