A Guide to Classic VITA: Free In-Person Tax Prep

July 16, 2026
Did you know? We provide free tax preparation services to taxpayers across Greater Atlanta through our Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program.

There are four different options to choose from when accessing our Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA). Classic VITA offers in-person tax preparation services by certified preparers, including a quality review before filing. The process takes 45 minutes to a few hours, and some sites require appointments while others accept walk-ins. To find a Classic VITA site near you, click here.

Using classic in-person VITA steps infographic. 1 - Visit a classic VITA site. 2- Complete Intake process. 3- Sit with a certified tax preparer to prepare your return. 4- Complete quality review process. 5 - Return is finalized and filed.

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There are four different options to choose from when accessing our Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA). Classic VITA offers in-person tax preparation services by certified preparers, including a quality review before filing. The process takes 45 minutes to a few hours, and some sites require appointments while others accept walk-ins. To find a Classic VITA site near you, click here.

Using classic in-person VITA steps infographic. 1 - Visit a classic VITA site. 2- Complete Intake process. 3- Sit with a certified tax preparer to prepare your return. 4- Complete quality review process. 5 - Return is finalized and filed.
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