E-file Your Extension Form for Free
Automatic Extension for Taxpayers
File Form 4868 Online or by Mail
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) offers a free e-file option for taxpayers to request an automatic extension of time to file their tax returns. This option is available to all individual tax filers, regardless of their income level. The extension gives taxpayers additional time to gather their tax documents and prepare their returns.
To e-file for an extension, taxpayers can visit the IRS website and use the Free File service. This service allows taxpayers to choose from a variety of tax preparation software products that are provided by private-sector partners. These products guide taxpayers through the tax filing process and help them to calculate their tax liability.
Taxpayers can also request an extension by mail by completing Form 4868, Application for Automatic Extension of Time to File U.S. Individual Income Tax Return. This form can be downloaded from the IRS website or obtained by calling the IRS at 1-800-829-1040.
The deadline to request an extension is typically April 15th. However, for the 2023 tax year, the deadline has been extended to April 18th due to the Emancipation Day holiday in Washington, D.C. An extension gives taxpayers until October 16th to file their tax returns.
It is important to note that an extension of time to file does not extend the time to pay any taxes that are due. Taxpayers are still required to estimate their tax liability and make estimated tax payments as necessary. If taxpayers do not pay their taxes by the deadline, they may be subject to penalties and interest.
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