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Extension of Time to File Your Tax ReturnNeed more time to prepare your federal tax return? This page provides information on how to apply for an extension of time to file.
Information about Form 4868, including recent updates, related forms and instructions on how to file.
Information about Form 7004, including recent updates, related forms and instructions on how to file.
Extension of Time To File Your Tax Return
Need more time to prepare your federal income tax return? This page will direct you to information on how to apply for an extension.
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Forms and Instructions
Form 4768, Application for Extension of Time To File a Return and/or Pay U.S. Estate (and Generation-Skipping Transfer) Taxes
Forms and Instructions
Form 8868, Application for Extension of Time To File an Exempt Organization Return
Forms and Instructions
About Form 4868, Application for Automatic Extension of Time to File U.S. Individual Income Tax Return
Form 4868 is used by individuals to apply for six (6) more months to file Form 1040, 1040NR, or 1040NR-EZ. A U.S. citizen or resident files this form to request an automatic extension of time to file a U.S. individual income tax return.
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Extension of Amortization Periods for Multiemployer Plans
Extension of Amortization Periods for Multiemployer Plans
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Administrators
FAQs for Disaster Victims – Extensions of Time to File
FAQs for Disaster Victims – Extensions of Time to File
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Small Businesses
111a - Other returns for exempt trusts: Extensions
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Charities and Nonprofits
Extension of Time to File Exempt Organization Returns
Procedures for requesting an extension of time to file an exempt organization return.
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Large Businesses