Tax guide · Las Vegas, NV
Tax preparation in Las Vegas: what to bring, what to know and how to choose a preparer
Filing season is easier when you know what to expect. This guide covers the basics for Las Vegas residents: why you only file a federal return, the key deadlines, the documents to bring, how the ITIN works and how to choose a tax preparer you can trust.
1. Nevada has no state income tax
The Nevada Constitution says that no income tax shall be levied on the wages or personal income of individuals (Nevada Constitution, Article 10, Section 1). If you live in Las Vegas, you file a federal income tax return with the IRS, but no state income tax return. If you own a business, Nevada still has other taxes, such as sales tax, that may apply to you.
2. Key dates
- April 15: the general due date for federal individual returns (26 U.S.C. 6072). For the 2026 tax year, that is April 15, 2027.
- Need more time? An automatic extension (Form 4868) gives you until October 15 to file, but it is only an extension to file: any tax you owe is still due by the April deadline (IRS).
3. What to bring to your appointment
- Photo ID, and Social Security numbers or ITINs for you, your spouse and your dependents.
- All income forms: W-2s from employers and 1099s (for example 1099-NEC for contract work, 1099-K from payment apps and platforms, 1099-INT for interest).
- Form 1095-A if you had health insurance through the Marketplace, so any premium tax credit can be reconciled.
- If you are self-employed or own a business: your income and expense records for the year.
- Child care costs and the provider’s name, address and tax ID, if you paid for care.
- Last year’s tax return and your bank routing and account numbers for direct deposit.
4. ITIN: taxes without a Social Security number
You need an Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN) if you have a federal tax purpose and are not eligible for a Social Security number (IRS). You apply with Form W-7, usually together with your tax return. An ITIN is used for tax purposes; it is not identification outside the federal tax system.
5. How to choose a tax preparer
Anyone with an IRS Preparer Tax Identification Number (PTIN) can prepare returns for pay, but skills and credentials vary (IRS). The IRS recommends (Tax Topic 254):
- Use a preparer who signs the return, enters their PTIN and gives you a copy.
- Be wary of anyone who promises a bigger refund than others, bases the fee on a percentage of your refund, or offers to deposit your refund into their own account.
- Never sign a blank return. Good preparers ask to see your records and receipts.
- Choose someone you can reach after filing season if the IRS has questions.
- Check credentials in the IRS Directory of Federal Tax Return Preparers. Only attorneys, CPAs and enrolled agents can represent taxpayers before the IRS in all matters.
Tax Central Business Support prepares returns for individuals and businesses in Las Vegas, in English and Spanish, and works year-round. Your first consultation is free.
Call (702) 997-4260 — press 1 for EnglishFrequently asked questions
Does Nevada have a state income tax?
No. The Nevada Constitution (Article 10, Section 1) says no income tax shall be levied on the wages or personal income of individuals, so Las Vegas residents file a federal return but no state income tax return. Businesses can still owe other Nevada taxes.
When is the tax deadline for the 2026 tax year?
Federal individual returns are generally due April 15 (26 U.S.C. 6072), which is April 15, 2027 for most people filing for tax year 2026.
What if I can't file by April 15?
You can request an automatic extension with Form 4868, which gives you until October 15 to file. The extension is only for filing: any tax you owe is still due by the April deadline.
How do I choose a tax preparer in Las Vegas?
Use a preparer with a PTIN who signs your return, enters their PTIN and gives you a copy. Avoid preparers who base their fee on a percentage of your refund or offer to deposit your refund into their own account, and never sign a blank return. You can check credentials in the IRS directory of federal tax return preparers.