FEDERAL EXTENSION RULES:

Extensions have to be filed by April 15th.

An extension is a request for additional time to file, not additional time to pay. If you are going to owe, you have to mail in your payment by April 15 to avoid penalty.

If you are due a tax refund, it is not necessary to file an extension. There is no penalty for late filing unless you owe the IRS.

An federal extension allows you to file your 2004 return by August 15th, 2005. You may file an additional extension to give you until October 15th, 2005. Please note that we will not file this later extension for you, but you may print out the form using the address below to mail.

If you electronically file your return on April 15 and the IRS sends it back for corrections, you have until April 20 to get your return retransmitted and accepted by the IRS.

If you need more time and would like to take advantage of our FREE extension filing (IRS Form 4868), you have until April 15 to get your extension transmitted. Just like your federal tax return, if your extension is sent back you have until April 20 to retransmit.

CURRENT CUSTOMER:

If you are a current customer and your income tax return has been sent back by the IRS for correction after April 1, we will automatically file an extension for you.

If you entered data or filed prior to April 1, and your return was not filed or accepted, you will need to log back in and request an extension (contact customer service if you need assistance).

You will be able to complete corrections and resubmit at a later time.
(see Extension Rules above)

You can print out a copy of your extension for your records by clicking on the link to Examine Your Return. Click on the link for Form 4868. (If you requested printing and paid the $4.50, we will mail you a copy once your extension is accepted).

NEW CUSTOMERS:

If you are not a current customer and would like to file an extension, we will be glad to help you. Simply log in to the site using a username and a password of your choice. Enter your personal information, your filing status and your spouse information (if applicable). This information is necessary to file an extension. When you are ready to complete your return for filing, that information will already be there for you.

To access your Form 4868 for printing, check on the box after entering your personal and filing status information. Click on the link that says Form 4868 Extension Request. We will then electronically file your extension and you can then log back in later to complete your return and transmit to the IRS. You will need to print Form 4868 and keep a copy for your records.

STATE EXTENSIONS:

States have different rules concerning filing an extension. To see more information about your state, click below then scroll to find your state.