Do I Need to File a Rhode Island Tax Return? Rhode Island Tax Filing Guidelines

In Rhode Island, file a return if you must file a federal return. Part-year residents complete Schedule III. Nonresidents with Rhode Island income also file a return. The penalty for not filing your 2018 return is at least $210 if tax due is over $210. The deadline is April 17.

To file your Rhode Island return, send your payment and Form 1040V to the Rhode Island Division of Taxation. You can also e-File your return. Call 855-476-6920 if you need help preparing your return.


Log into the Rhode Island website to file your sales tax return. Your password must be typed in. Filing online is required if your prior year liability was $200 or more.

Rhode Island taxes most retirement income. Tax rates range from 3.75% to 5.99%. Carefully read the instructions for filing a nonresident return.

Use Form RI-1040V to accurately process your income tax payment. To file an amended 2018 return, use Form RI-1040 and check the Amended box. Explain any changes to income, deductions or credits.

File property tax relief requests with your RI-1040 return to decrease tax due or increase your refund. Find prior year tax forms on eFile.com. Prepare and e-File current returns or extensions on eFile.com.


Rhode Island has high property taxes. The average effective property tax rate of 1.53% ranks 10th highest nationally. Sales tax filers can submit returns online or by mail.

Income taxes are similar if you live in Massachusetts and work in Rhode Island. Housing costs are usually lower in Rhode Island. You become a Rhode Island resident if you live there more than 183 days.

To check your refund status, go to the Rhode Island Division of Taxation website. Look for the Refunds or Where’s My Refund section.

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