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

The FTB is the tax collection agency for the State of California.

How to file your tax return online

Do your Federal return first, then use CalFile to e-file your state tax return directly to the Franchise Tax Board for free. You can also find other free options on the FTB website.

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