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Due Dates & Extension Dates for e-file

Question:   I don't owe taxes. Can I file electronically after April 15th?

Answer:   
  • Electronically filed tax returns are accepted until October 15th.
  • If April 15th falls on a weekend or federal holiday, you have until midnight the following business day to submit your extension request or your tax return.
  • However, for your return to be considered timely after April 15, you must file Form 4868 (PDF), Application for Automatic Extension of Time to File, on or before April 15th.
  • With a timely filed extension request, you have until October 15th to timely file your return.
  • If an extension of time to file has not been timely submitted you may be subject to a failure to file penalty if you file your return after April 15th.

Additional Information:
Category: Electronic Filing (e-file)

Subcategory: Due Dates & Extension Dates for e-file


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The OMB number for this study is 1545-1432.
If you have any comments regarding this study, please write to:
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