By law, the annual tax filing deadline is April 15th however, because of the observance of Emancipation Day, in Washington, D.C., this year returns will be accepted until April 18th without penalties for late filing and late payment. If you file your Montana State Tax Return electronically, and request direct deposit, it is possible to get your refund in less than a week. Revenue Director Dan Bucks says the Montana Department of Revenue is about 2,700 refunds ahead of the number issued by this time last year.

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