The Franchise Tax Board (FTB) helps taxpayers file tax returns timely, accurately, and pay the correct amount to fund services in California.

How to file a tax return online:

1. Federal returns should be completed first.
2. Then, use CalFile to e-file the state tax return directly to the Franchise Tax Board for free.

Web pages

• Home - https://www.ftb.ca.gov/
• Ways to File - https://www.ftb.ca.gov/file/ways-to-file
• CalFile - https://www.ftb.ca.gov/file/ways-to-file/online/calfile/index.asp
• CalFile How-To Video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r6Xgp6xT9vE&feature=youtu.be
• Franchise Tax Board Programs: Filing, Collection, Audit, Technology, Legal - https://www.ftb.ca.gov/about-ftb/our-programs.html#filing