Form 4868 - An Overview

IRS Form 4868 is an application for the extension of time to file U.S. Individual Income
Tax Return 1040.

Form 4868 extends your 1040 deadline up to 6 months. The form is completely automatic, which means the IRS doesn’t require any
explanation to file.

Note: Form 4868 doesn’t extend your time to pay your balance tax due.You must pay your tax due on or before the 1040 deadline to avoid late payment penalties.

Who can File Form 4868?

  • Federal Income Tax Return
    1040 Filers
  • 1099 Independent Contractors
  • Sole Proprietorships
    (Schedule C)
  • Single-Member LLCs

IRS Form 4868 - Filing Deadline

The deadline to file Form 4868 is April 15.

That is the deadline to file Form 4868 for the 2022 Tax Year is April 15, 2024

Form 4868 Filing Requirements

To file 1040 extension, you must have the following information

  • Individual’s Details such as Full name, Address, & SSN.
  • If you are a Joint filer then you'll need the same information for your spouse.
  • Total tax liability & Payment for 2023.
  • Balance due if any.

How do I Submit Extension Form 4868 to the IRS?

Form 4868 can be filed electronically or by paper.

However, the IRS recommends electronic filing of Form 4868 for processing your returns quickly.

You can e-file Form 4868 in minutes when choosing an e-file provider like form4868.net.

However, if you still prefer to paper file your 1040 Extension form to the IRS, download form 4868, fill in the information, and send it to the address mentioned here. The mailing address varies depending on the location, send it to the correct address.

E-filing Form 4868 With form4868.net

Form4868.net is a trusted, IRS authorized e-file provider. The cloud based software helps to file your personal tax extension from anywhere and at any time. Our Software will walk you through the step-by-step filing process and helps you to complete the 1040 extension filing in minutes. You can pay your tax dues by EFW.

Once you transmit the return to the IRS, you will receive the status of your return instantly.

You will also receive an email notification once the IRS processes your Form 4868 request. You can also opt to receive notifications via mobile or fax.

Even if the IRS rejects your return, you can correct it and retransmit for FREE with our Software.

Steps to file Form 4868 Electronically with form4868.net

Follow these simple steps to file Form 4868.

  • Step 1: Select the extension type you would like to file.(Either individual or joint filing)
  • Step 2: Enter your Personal Details such as Name, address, SSN
  • Step 3: If you owe any taxes, enter the tax details,
  • Step 4: Review Your 1040 Extension Form
  • Step 5: Transmit your Form 4868 to the IRS
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