Do I need to file a Kentucky tax return? A. No, you do not have a filing requirement with Kentucky because your modified gross income is not greater than $12,760; however, you will need to file a return to claim a refund of any Kentucky income tax withheld.

Did Kentucky extend the tax deadline?

Andy Beshear, the Kentucky Department of Revenue will extend the 2020 Kentucky individual income tax filing deadline to May 17, 2021. This relief does not apply to 2021 estimated tax payments that are due on April 15, 2021.

Do I have to file Ky state taxes if I owe nothing?

Answer: No, you do not have file a Kentucky return because your Kentucky adjusted gross income will be below the threshold amount given for filing a return. Kentucky allows a pension exclusion of $41,110 and none of the Social Security income is taxable; therefore, your Kentucky adjusted gross income is $0.

Are Kentucky tax refunds delayed?

CORONAVIRUS UPDATE FOR REFUNDS The Kentucky Department of Revenue has reduced the number of employees at our office locations because of the coronavirus situation. This means processing of all refunds may be delayed. The Department of Revenue is making every effort to process these returns as efficiently as possible.

How to file your income tax return in Kentucky?

Kentucky is now offering a new way to file your current year return free of charge. KY File is designed to be the simple online version of a paper form. It allows you to: Select the Kentucky income tax forms and schedules that fit your filing needs Electronically sign and e-file your Kentucky tax return

Do you have to file taxes in Lexington KY?

There are no different rates if you work in different counties. You only have to file in Lexington if you are doing business in Lexington. You will also have to pay the State of Kentucky tax on your business. Here’s the basic rundown of taxes in Kentucky.

When does income tax go into effect in Kentucky?

Individual Income Tax is due on all income earned by Kentucky residents and all income earned by nonresidents from Kentucky sources. Kentucky’s individual income tax law is based on the Internal Revenue Code in effect as of December 31, 2017.

What kind of taxes do I have to pay in Kentucky?

Federal employer tax obligations include social security/Medicare taxes, unemployment taxes and federal income tax withholding from employee pay. Kentucky employers are required to withhold state income taxes from employees.