New in 2020, instructions for completing Form DIR-1040 (individual return) are now available in Japanese and Chinese, the top languages spoken by residents with limited English language proficiency, according to Census data. The professionally translated versions provide better transparency for those who wish to learn about the process in their native language. Residents are still required to file their taxes in English.
Individuals
The following persons must file an Annual Return:
A RESIDENT of Dublin having earned income and/or who engages in a business or profession in or outside their place of residence—even if all taxes have been properly withheld. A Declaration of Estimated Tax is required for all individuals whose tax is not fully withheld or with business income if the estimated tax due is more than $200.00.
Residents who are exempt from paying the tax (e.g. pension income or under age 18) must complete a Declaration of Exemption form and submit it to our office in order to inactivate your account.
Not sure if you are resident? Check your status here.
A NONRESIDENT of Dublin having earned income in Dublin from which Dublin city income tax has not been fully withheld by your employer, and/or who engages in a business or profession in Dublin. Any taxpayer engaged in business within Dublin must file an annual return, even if a loss is claimed on the business. A declaration of estimated city income tax is required for all individuals whose estimated tax due is more than $200.00.
Nonresident Individual taxpayers seeking a refund for taxes withheld should complete a Nonresident Individual Return form.
INDIVIDUALS – Ask yourself these questions:
Self-employment income, net income from rentals, tips, commissions, etc. are taxable to the City as earned income. If you have rental property in Dublin or other business income earned within Dublin, you must file a return even if you show a loss.
If you answered “yes” to either of these questions, you are required to file a Dublin income tax return. Forms and instructions are available on our web site www.dublinohiousa.gov/taxation/ or you may call the Division of Taxation at 614.410.4460.
Businesses
The following business enterprises must file an Annual Return:
ASSOCIATIONS, CORPORATIONS, and FIDUCIARIES (ESTATES and TRUSTS) deriving income or losses from work done, services performed or rendered, and/or business conducted in Dublin.
All taxpayers engaged in business must file an annual return, even if a loss is claimed on the business. A declaration of estimated city income tax is required for all business entities with estimated tax due of $200.00 or more.
Did You Know That:
In accordance with Ohio Revised Code §718.27, the interest rate that will apply to late tax payments is calculated by adding five percentage points to the federal short-term rate (rounded to the nearest percentage point) that was in effect during the current year(s).
For 2025 the interest rate is 10%
Past interest rates:
Questions should be directed to the Division of Taxation at 614.410.4460.
Dublin Municipal Income Tax Ordinance
City
Use this link for the contact and basic tax information for all municipalities in Ohio.
School District
School District taxes in the state of Ohio are administered by the Ohio Department of Taxation.
County Auditor & Property Taxes
The Franklin, Union, and Delaware County Auditors’ offices administer and collect property taxes on behalf of the City and should be contacted with any questions regarding property valuations or property taxes.
State of Ohio
Federal
Office Phone Number:
614.410.4460
Toll Free Tax Number:
1.888.490.8154
Fax
614.410.4956
Office Hours:
Monday – Friday
8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Tammy Lehnert, Director of Taxation
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