TaxSlayer promo codes

TaxSlayer rarely issues sitewide promo codes. Last checked October 13, 2026. Here is how people actually pay less.

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TaxSlayer rarely issues sitewide promo codes. Here is how people actually pay less.

Deal Simply Free: $0 federal and state return for simple tax situations No code needed. Single or married filing jointly, no dependents, standard deduction, taxable income of $100,000 or less from wages, interest or unemployment. Deal · Worked Oct 10, 2026 · listed since Oct 2026 Get deal

Deal Free federal return for active-duty military No code needed. TaxSlayer Military covers all forms on the federal return; state returns cost extra. Deal · Worked Oct 12, 2026 · listed since Oct 2026 Get deal

How people actually pay less at TaxSlayer

Check whether you qualify for Simply Free before choosing a paid plan.
Active-duty military can use TaxSlayer Military for a free federal return.
Pick Classic unless you need live chat or a tax pro; it covers all forms and credits.
File during tax season, when percent-off codes on the federal return usually appear.
Pay the fee up front instead of using File & Go to avoid the $41.99 processing fee.

TaxSlayer discount programs

Simply Free

One free federal return, and at times a free state return, for simple tax situations: no dependents, standard deduction, under 65, taxable income of $100,000 or less.

Simply Free at taxslayer.com

Military discount

Active-duty service members file the federal return free with TaxSlayer Military, which includes all Classic forms; state returns cost extra.

Military discount at taxslayer.com

Maximum refund guarantee

If another tax software gives you a larger federal refund or smaller tax due, TaxSlayer refunds the price you paid. Simply Free is excluded and claims go in writing within 60 days of filing.

Maximum refund guarantee at taxslayer.com

TaxSlayer app

Free iOS and Android app to prepare and e-file federal and state returns and estimate your refund.

TaxSlayer app at taxslayer.com

When TaxSlayer runs sales

A calendar from past years, not a promise. Other finance & insurance stores on the same dates: Finance & Insurance promo codes.

When	What usually happens
Tax season (January to April)	Percent-off codes on the federal return, 20% to 35% off in past seasons
Summer (extension filers)	Lower prices on Premium for people filing after April
Black Friday and Cyber Monday	Holiday promotions listed in past years

Expired TaxSlayer codes

Codes that no longer work, kept with their dates. The code itself opens after the click, and so does TaxSlayer.

Was 20% off 20% off your federal tax return Federal return only. State returns and add-on services excluded. Expired code · worked until Oct 1, 2026 Show expired code

Was 20% off 20% off Classic, Premium or Self-Employed Past tax season promotion on federal returns. Expired code · worked until Oct 3, 2026 Show expired code

Was 35% off 35% off your federal tax return Not valid on state returns or additional products. Expired code · worked until Oct 5, 2026 Show expired code

6 more expired TaxSlayer codes

Was 25% off 25% off your federal tax return Past promotion on federal returns. Expired code · worked until Oct 3, 2026 Show expired code

Was 20% off 20% off your federal tax return Listed as recently expired. Expired code · worked until Oct 3, 2026 Show expired code

Was 35% off 35% off your tax return Expired code · worked until Oct 9, 2026 Show expired code

Was 20% off 20% off your tax return Expired code · worked until Oct 10, 2026 Show expired code

Was $15 off $15 off your tax return Expired code · worked until Oct 4, 2026 Show expired code

Was Up to 10% off Up to 10% off TaxSlayer plans Expired code · worked until Oct 6, 2026 Show expired code

Questions about TaxSlayer codes

Is TaxSlayer really free?

Simply Free costs $0 for a federal and state return if your tax situation is simple: no dependents, standard deduction and taxable income of $100,000 or less. Other returns need Classic, Premium or Self-Employed.

How much does TaxSlayer cost?

On October 14, 2026 the site listed Classic at $44.99, Premium at $64.99 and Self-Employed at $74.99 for the federal return. State returns cost extra on paid plans.

Does TaxSlayer have a military discount?

Yes. Active-duty military file the federal return free with TaxSlayer Military, which includes every form in Classic. The state return is extra.

When do TaxSlayer promo codes show up?

Mostly during tax season, January to April, as percent-off codes on the federal return. Codes outside that window are usually expired.

Can I pay TaxSlayer fees from my refund?

Yes. File & Go deducts the preparation fees from your federal refund, but adds a $41.99 refund transfer processing fee.

TaxSlayer shipping, returns and payment

Returns: No general refund page was found. Under the Maximum Refund Guarantee, TaxSlayer refunds the price paid if another product gives a larger federal refund; the claim is mailed within 60 days of filing. Checked October 13, 2026.
Payment: Pay the preparation fee when you file, or choose File & Go to have fees deducted from your federal refund for an added $41.99 processing fee. Refunds arrive by direct deposit or on a GO2bank debit card. Checked October 13, 2026.