It’s official, the IRS begins accepting 2024 tax filings today. Over 200 million returns will soon start trickling in—and this year, there are more tools than ever available to help you file your taxes online.

The tax season is officially open. Monday, Jan. 27 is the first day you can file your returns. They may not be due until April 15, but getting a head start will get you a quicker refund. Or give you more time to save if you owe the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) some cash.

Here's a look at key dates in the tax filing season, including deadlines to file, when to request extensions and how long until you get your refund.