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If you know you cannot file your return by the due date, you do not need to file for an extension. You will automatically be granted an automatic six-month extension until October 15th to file.
More In Help. You may request up to an additional 6 months to file your U.S. individual income tax return. There are three ways to request an automatic extension of time to file your return. You must request the extension of time to file by the regular due date of your return to avoid the penalty for filing late.
Pro: A tax extension helps you avoid the late filing penalty After 60 days, the penalty increases to $485 or 100% of your unpaid taxes—whichever is lower. By requesting a tax extension, you'll get extra time to avoid this penalty.
If you know you can't file your return by the due date, you don't need to file for an extension. You will automatically be granted an extension until October 15, 2025.
The Failure to File penalty is 5% of the unpaid taxes for each month or part of a month that a tax return is late. The penalty won't exceed 25% of your unpaid taxes.
Deadline to file your extended 2024 tax return. If you chose to file an extension request on your tax return, this is the due date for filing your tax return. December 31, 2025 Required minimum distributions have to be taken for individuals age 73 or older by the end of 2025.
When are 2024 taxes due? The due date for filing your tax return is typically April 15 if you're a calendar year filer. Generally, most individuals are calendar year filers. For individuals, the last day to file your 2024 taxes without an extension is April 15, 2025, unless extended because of a state holiday.
So, what is the tax extension time period? Once you've requested the extension, you automatically have an additional six months beyond the original filing deadline. That means your taxes are due on October 15. To request an extension, you'll need to submit IRS Tax Form 4868 before April 15 (July 15 in 2020).
You may request up to an additional 6 months to file your U.S. individual income tax return. There are three ways to request an automatic extension of time to file your return. You must request the extension of time to file by the regular due date of your return to avoid the penalty for filing late.