How to get a tax extension on turbotax

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File an extension by the IRS deadline,
and have until October 17, 2022
to finish
your taxes
Avoid penalties and get a little extra
time to file
your return
Learn more about penalties
Easily complete your IRS tax
extension from a brand you trust
Receive email confirmation when
your tax extension is accepted

Tips to help you file an extension

Filing an income
tax extension
If you can't complete your federal tax return by the deadline, find out how and when to file an IRS extension
and push your deadline back to October 15th.
How to file for an
extension of state taxes
While the IRS requires you to file Form 4868 for your federal extension, each state has its own requirements for obtaining a similar state
tax extension.
What to do after you've
filed an income tax extension
Now that you've filed an extension, you might wonder what you need to do between now and when your tax return is due. We've addressed some of the
common questions.

Frequently asked questions

You can file an extension for free through our Easy Extension website.
File a free extension

Generally, no. However, there are a few cases in which you can. Learn more

If you’re getting a federal refund, the short answer is no. However, it’s still a good idea to file an extension to protect yourself, and it’s free to do so. Learn more

It varies from state to state. If your state requires it and you’re filing with TurboTax, there’s a direct link to file an extension when you go to complete your state return. Learn more

If you filed for an extension, you’ll have until October 15 to submit your return. You don’t need to do anything extra to finish up in TurboTax. Once your return is done and you’re ready to file, we’ll guide you through the next steps. Learn more

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What to do if you haven’t filed your tax return

Need more time to prepare your federal tax return? This page provides information on how to apply for an extension of time to file. Please be aware that:

An extension of time to file your return does not grant you any extension of time to pay your taxes.
You should estimate and pay any owed taxes by your regular deadline to help avoid possible penalties.
You must file your extension request no later than the regular due date of your return.

E-file Your Extension Form for Free

Individual tax filers, regardless of income, can use Free File to electronically request an automatic tax-filing extension.

Filing this form gives you until October 15 to file a return.
- If October 15 falls on a Saturday, Sunday, or legal holiday, the due date is delayed until the next business day. Your return is considered filed on time if the envelope is properly addressed, postmarked, and deposited in the mail by the due date.
To get the extension, you must estimate your tax liability on this form and should also pay any amount due.

Get an extension when you make a payment

You can also get an extension by paying all or part of your estimated income tax due and indicate that the payment is for an extension using Direct Pay, the Electronic Federal Tax Payment System (EFTPS), or a credit or debit card. This way you won’t have to file a separate extension form and you will receive a confirmation number for your records.

Extension Forms by Filing Status

Individuals

Form 4868, Application for Automatic Extension of Time To File U.S. Individual Income Tax Return

Special rules may apply if you are:

Serving in a combat zone or a qualified hazardous duty area
Living outside the United States

Business and Corporations

Form 7004, Application for Automatic Extension of Time to File Certain Business Income Tax, Information, and Other Returns
Form 1138, Extension of Time for Payment of Taxes by a Corporation Expecting a Net Operating Loss Carryback

Other Forms

Form 2350, Application for Extension of Time to File U.S. Income Tax Return (For U.S. Citizens and Resident Aliens Abroad Who Expect To Qualify for Special Tax Treatment)
Form 4768, Application for Extension of Time to File a Return and/or Pay U.S. Estate (and Generation-Skipping Transfer) Taxes
Form 5558, Application for Extension of Time to File Certain Employee Plan Returns
Form 8809, Application for Extension of Time to File Information Returns
Form 8868, Application for Extension of Time To File an Exempt Organization Return
Form 8892, Application for Automatic Extension of Time to File Form 709 and/or Payment of Gift/Generation-Skipping Transfer Tax

Page Last Reviewed or Updated: 11-Jul-2022

Where do I enter extension on TurboTax?

Click on 2022 Estimated Payments. Scroll down to the Paid with Extension (not later than April 15, 2022) section. Enter the amount in Amount paid. (Note: amounts entered in the Amount paid (memo) field will not flow to the tax return.)

Does TurboTax allow extension electronically?

Using TurboTax Easy Extension, you can: E-file your federal extension. Make a payment of any tax due directly from your checking or savings account. Print a PDF copy of your e-filed extension.

Is extension free on TurboTax?

Filing a tax extension is free, easy and automatic: Just submit Form 4868 electronically or on paper by the filing deadline. TurboTax Easy Extension makes it easy.