Tax Day (April 15th) is Almost Here: Request More Time by Filing Form 4868

Need more time to file your personal Form 1040? Have you considered an extension?

Stephanie Glanville | April 11, 2024 | Read time: 3 minute(s) | Deadline | No Comments

Spring has sprung and Tax Day will be here before you know it! Personal income taxes are due to the IRS by Monday, April 15, 2024.

With just a few days left before the deadline, it’s time to think about an extension if you haven’t prepared your 1040 return yet.

How to Request a Personal Tax Extension?

Form 4868! That’s what you need to file if you need an extension of time to file your personal tax return with the IRS.

By filing Form 4868, you can get up to 6 months more time to file your 1040 return. Also, this extension is automatic, which means you don’t have to provide any explanation to the IRS for requesting an extension.

The only thing you have to do is file Form 4868 with accurate information on or before the original filing deadline.

What Information is Required to File Form 4868?

Form 4868 doesn’t require a lot of information, just basic details. Here is the information you need to have readily available to file Form 4868,

Your basic taxpayer information (name, address, social security number)
If you’re filing joint taxes, your spouse’s basic information
Your estimated tax liability for the 2023 tax year
The amount you expect to receive as a tax refund
The amount you expect to pay in taxes

Does this Extension Apply to Tax Payments?

Actually, No! By filing Form 4868, you are granted more time to file your personal tax returns. However, you are still required to pay taxes due (if any) by the original deadline, April 15, 2024.

Remember, failure to pay your taxes on time can lead to penalties from the IRS.

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With ExpressExtension, you can get your personal tax extension approved in minutes. Here are some of the helpful features offered by ExpressExtension to ease your filing,

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Avoid the unnecessary stress of filing your taxes at the last minute, request your extension today!