Which Online Tax Sites Allow You to E-file Form 7202 for Sick Leave Credit?
I've been loyally using FreeTaxUSA for the past several years with no issues whatsoever. Well, this year I finished my entire return only to discover I need to MAIL it because of Form 7202 (sick leave credit). Super annoying! I did some digging and found out the IRS actually prefers and will accept e-filed returns with Form 7202 if the data is attached as an additional document. So now I'm wondering which tax preparation companies have actually implemented Form 7202 into their systems and can properly e-file it? Let me start a running list of what I've found so far: H&R Block: They can e-file with Form 7202, but it's pretty expensive starting at $149 TaxSlayer: They support it, but honestly their interface is terrible and not user-friendly at all. Instead of walking you through a simple step-by-step process, you have to hunt around for everything you need. Has anyone used other services that properly handle Form 7202 e-filing? I really don't want to mail in my return if I can avoid it!
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Andrew Pinnock
Tax preparer here! Form 7202 (Credits for Sick Leave and Family Leave for Certain Self-Employed Individuals) is definitely e-fileable, but not all software has implemented it correctly. Here's what I know about a few more options: TurboTax: Their Self-Employed and Premium versions support Form 7202 e-filing. They're on the pricier side but have a good interface. TaxAct: Their Premium and Self-Employed tiers support Form 7202 e-filing and are more affordable than TurboTax or H&R Block. Cash App Taxes (formerly Credit Karma Tax): This is completely free and does support Form 7202 e-filing, but it's not ideal if you have a complex tax situation. Drake Tax: This is professional-grade software but they do have a consumer version that handles Form 7202 properly. The IRS definitely prefers e-filed returns because they're processed faster and have fewer errors. Mailing in paper returns can delay your refund by months in some cases.
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Brianna Schmidt
•Thanks for the comprehensive list! I've heard a lot about Cash App Taxes being free, but is there any catch? Also, did you happen to know if FreeTaxUSA will be updating their system to include Form 7202 e-filing capability before the filing deadline?
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Andrew Pinnock
•The main catch with Cash App Taxes is that it doesn't support more complex tax situations very well. If you have multiple income sources, rental properties, or complicated investments, you might find it limiting. It's best for people with straightforward tax situations who just happen to need Form 7202. Regarding FreeTaxUSA, I haven't heard anything about them updating to support Form 7202 e-filing before this year's deadline. They're usually good about updates, but this particular form seems to be one they've missed. You might want to reach out to their customer service directly to see if they have plans to add it.
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Alexis Renard
After struggling with Form 7202 last year, I stumbled on https://taxr.ai which was a complete lifesaver for figuring out which tax software could handle my situation. I had taken family leave to care for my mom and needed to file this form, but kept running into the same issue with software not supporting it for e-filing. The site analyzed my documents and situation, then recommended TaxAct Premium which ended up working perfectly for me. It showed me exactly where in TaxAct to enter my Form 7202 information and confirmed it would e-file properly. The whole process took maybe 20 minutes to get a clear answer instead of the hours I spent testing different software.
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Camila Jordan
•That sounds interesting but I'm a bit confused about how it works. Does taxr.ai actually file your taxes or does it just tell you which service to use? And do they have specific guidance for Form 7202 since that's what's causing problems?
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Tyler Lefleur
•Hmm, are they actually legit? I've been burned before by tax "helper" sites that just collected my info and then tried to sell me overpriced services. How much did they charge you for this recommendation?
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Alexis Renard
•It doesn't file your taxes for you - it analyzes your tax documents and situation, then recommends which tax software would work best for your specific needs. In my case, it highlighted that TaxAct Premium specifically supported Form 7202 e-filing and showed me screenshots of exactly where to enter the information. They have specific guidance for lots of tax forms including Form 7202. They showed me exactly which screens to look for in TaxAct and what information needed to be entered where. It saved me a ton of trial and error.
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Tyler Lefleur
I was initially skeptical about taxr.ai but decided to give it a try after wasting an entire weekend testing different tax software options for my Form 7202 situation. I uploaded my previous year's return and answered a few questions, and it recommended TurboTax Self-Employed for my specific situation. The recommendation was spot on! Not only did TurboTax handle Form 7202 correctly, but the specific instructions from taxr.ai made it super easy to find the right screens. I was able to e-file with no issues and got my refund in 11 days. Definitely saved me from having to mail in my return and wait months for processing.
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Madeline Blaze
If you've already completed your return on FreeTaxUSA and you're just stuck on the Form 7202 e-filing issue, you might want to try contacting the IRS directly before starting over with a new service. I had a similar issue last year (different form though) and couldn't get through to anyone for weeks. Then I discovered https://claimyr.com and their video demo at https://youtu.be/_kiP6q8DX5c They basically hold your place in the IRS phone queue and call you when an agent is about to answer. I got through to a real person at the IRS in about 45 minutes instead of the hours I spent calling on my own. The IRS agent was able to tell me exactly which software would accept my form electronically and saved me from having to redo my entire return.
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Max Knight
•How does this actually work? I've tried calling the IRS several times and never get through. Does this service actually connect you with the IRS or is it some kind of third-party helper?
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Emma Swift
•This sounds like a total scam. The IRS phone system is notoriously impossible to navigate - there's no way some random service can magically get you to the front of the line. I've spent HOURS trying to talk to someone about much simpler issues than Form 7202.
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Madeline Blaze
•It's not a third-party helper - they actually connect you directly with the IRS. The way it works is they have a system that dials and navigates the IRS phone tree continuously, holding your place in the queue. When they're about to reach an actual IRS agent, they call your phone and connect you directly to that agent. You're talking to real IRS employees, not intermediaries. The service just handles the painful waiting part for you. I was skeptical at first too, but when I got that call back and was immediately talking to an actual IRS representative, I was seriously impressed. The agent was able to tell me exactly which software would e-file my particular form situation.
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Emma Swift
Ok I have to eat my words. After complaining about Claimyr sounding like a scam, I was desperate enough to try it because I needed to ask the IRS directly about Form 7202 e-filing options. I was literally shocked when I got a call back about 40 minutes later and was connected directly to an IRS representative! The agent confirmed that TaxAct and TurboTax definitely support Form 7202 e-filing for 2025. She also mentioned that FreeTaxUSA is actually planning to add support very soon, possibly within the next 2 weeks. So if you're not in a rush to file, you might be able to stick with FreeTaxUSA after all. Saved me from having to start my taxes over from scratch!
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Isabella Tucker
I know this is a bit late to the party, but I just wanted to let everyone know that I just checked today and OnLine Taxes (OLT.com) also supports Form 7202 e-filing. It's only $49.95 for their premium version which is way cheaper than H&R Block or TurboTax. The interface isn't fancy but it gets the job done if you're primarily concerned about being able to e-file with Form 7202 without spending a fortune.
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Jayden Hill
•Have you actually used OLT yourself? I've never heard of them before and I'm worried about using some random tax site. Are they an authorized IRS e-file provider? And did they handle the rest of your taxes okay? I've got some investment stuff and a small business too.
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Isabella Tucker
•Yes, I've used OLT for the past two years including this year with Form 7202. They are definitely an authorized IRS e-file provider - you can check the IRS website for their list of authorized providers and OLT is on there. For your investment and small business concerns, they handled my stock trades and side gig income without any problems. Their interface isn't as slick as TurboTax, but all the necessary forms and schedules are there. I found their small business section particularly good at walking through deductions many people miss. The $49.95 price includes all forms including Schedule C for business.
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LordCommander
Any of you try using a tax professional instead of software? After struggling with Form 7202 last year trying to DIY with software, I broke down and hired an EA (Enrolled Agent) this year. Cost me $275 but she handled everything including Form 7202 and e-filed with no issues. Plus she found deductions I missed last year that more than paid for her fee.
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Lucy Lam
•I'd love to use a professional but am worried about the cost. Did you shop around for EAs or just pick one? $275 actually sounds reasonable - I was quoted $450 by someone local and thought that was the going rate. Also, how did you find them?
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