If you need more time to file your taxes, you can request an extension through October 15. You must file your request by the April tax filing due date to get the extension. Make sure you pay any tax you owe by the April filing date. The extension is only for filing your return.
You may qualify for an automatic tax filing extension if you’re:
There are 3 ways to get until October 15 to file your tax return.
Pay what you owe using an online payment option and check the box that you are paying as part of filing for an extension. You don’t have to file a separate extension form and you’ll receive a confirmation number of your extension for your records.
Use IRS Free File to electronically request an automatic tax-filing extension.
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