Tax tips: In-person tax help session to be held at downtown Chicago IRS office

CHICAGO (WLS) -- The IRS is expanding its efforts to help taxpayers this tax season.

Walk-in visits will be offered on certain Saturdays at 35 Taxpayer Assistance Centers around the country.

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There is one Illinois location at the IRS office in downtown Chicago. It's in the Kluczynski Federal Building located at 230 S. Dearborn Street.

Walk-in tax help will be made available starting Feb. 12 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

You can check back on the IRS website for up-to-date information on location openings. Availability may change without notice.

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The IRS asks that you bring the following information with you:

Current government-issued photo identification

Social Security cards and/or ITIN numbers for yourself, your spouse and dependents (if applicable)

Any IRS letters or notices you've received and supporting documents

During your visit, IRS staff may also request:

A current mailing address

An email address, and

Bank account information, to receive payments or refunds by direct deposit

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