Get Form 7004 (rev. December 2007) - Mer Tax

Filling out Form 7004 provides an automatic six-month extension of time to file certain business income tax returns. This guide offers clear and comprehensive steps to help you navigate the process of completing this form online effectively.

Follow the steps to fill out Form 7004 for your tax extension.

1. Press the ‘Get Form’ button to access the form and open it in your preferred digital editor.
2. Enter your name and identifying number as they appeared on your last tax return. Ensure the information matches the IRS database to validate your extension.
3. Fill in your mailing address, including street number, suite or room number, city, town, state, and ZIP code. If applicable, follow your country’s format for foreign addresses.
4. On line 1, input the form code corresponding to the return for which you are requesting the extension. Refer to the provided list to select the correct code.
5. If you are a foreign corporation with no office or place of business in the United States, check the box on line 2 to indicate this status.
6. For corporations or partnerships that qualify under Regulations section 1.6081-5, check the box on line 3.
7. Complete lines 4a and 4b, indicating the tax year beginning and ending dates if applicable. Select the reason for a short tax year on line 4b.
8. If applicable, check line 5 for a consolidated return and attach the required list of members.
9. On line 6, enter the total amount of tentative tax you expect to owe for the current tax year.
10. Input the total payments and credits on line 7.
11. Calculate the balance due by subtracting the total payments on line 7 from the tentative total tax on line 6. Enter this amount on line 8.
12. Review all entered information for accuracy, then save changes, download, print, or share the completed form as needed.

Complete your Form 7004 online now to ensure timely filing and compliance.