MARQUETTE – With the individual income tax filing deadline approaching, the Michigan Department of Treasury today announced more than 3.3 million individual income tax returns have been processed and more than $2 billion in refunds issued since the 2026 filing season opened on Jan. 26.

“The individual income tax filing deadline is two weeks away, and we encourage taxpayers to not wait to file right at the deadline,” said Deputy State Treasurer Kavita Kale, who oversees Treasury’s Revenue Services programs. “Submitting an accurate return helps ensure timely processing and reduces the likelihood of delays.”

Filing a tax return enables eligible taxpayers to receive important tax credits and other benefits. Individuals can file their state income tax return online for free, e-file with tax preparation software, or mail a paper form with documentation. All state of Michigan individual income tax returns and payment of any taxes owed must be received by April 15. For the convenience of taxpayers, the state’s individual income tax filing season is the same as set by the Internal Revenue Service.

Taxpayers are encouraged to check the status of their refund through Michigan Treasury eServices or through the department’s automated phone system at 517-636-4486. Please note repeated calls to the contact center may increase call waiting times.

“We appreciate the public’s patience and encourage taxpayers to carefully review their returns before filing to help reduce errors,” Kale added.

For more information about refund processing or to track the status of a return, taxpayers may visit michigan.gov/wheresmyrefund.