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In order to file for a tax extension, you will need to fill out form 4868 from the IRS. It can be found here: http://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-pdf/f4868.pdf If you don't want to file with the paper form, you may also e-file by filling out the form electronically and submitting it through your personal computer or a tax professional. More information is available from the above link."

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How to Get an Extension for Taxes?

Every year, thousands of people find themselves unprepared to file their taxes. If you are one of them and simply fail to file your taxes, then you will have to face the wrath of the IRS. Instead of facing the wrath of the IRS, you should file a special form and receive a legal extension period for filing your taxes. You can file the Form 4868 and receive an automatic 6-month extension on the filing of your taxes. The only caveat with this option is that you must file for an extension by the due date set forth by the IRS.


How does someone get an extension on there taxes?

If you have gone through an e-file provider, it will time stamp your application and apply for an extension on your behalf. If you do your own taxes, you can go to the IRS website and download or apply directly for an extension.


Does e filing my taxes have a extension?

Yes, you can have an extension on your e file taxes. Here is where you can find all of the forms and info you need to do it.www.irs.gov/pub/irs-pdf/f4868.pdf"


What is Form 2350 used by the IRS for?

Form 2350 by the Internal Revenue Service is used to apply for an extension of time to file income taxes in the United States of America. It can be downloaded from the IRS website.


If you have filed an extension with the IRS that states Extension of Time to file extension for the year 2007 how many years from that tax year do you have to file the return if no money is owed?

An Extension only extends the time to file from April 15th to October 15th of the same year. If no money is owed with the tax return, and any payments that were made previously were made on time, you will not be subject to underpayment or late payment penalties. However, you may still be subject to a penalty for late filing. Also note the IRS can prepare a substitute return for you based on information it receives from other sources, which may overstate your income. See the attached link to the IRS web page "What Will Happen If You Don't File Your Past Due Return or Contact the IRS," which includes additional links you may find useful.

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How to Get an Extension for Taxes?

Every year, thousands of people find themselves unprepared to file their taxes. If you are one of them and simply fail to file your taxes, then you will have to face the wrath of the IRS. Instead of facing the wrath of the IRS, you should file a special form and receive a legal extension period for filing your taxes. You can file the Form 4868 and receive an automatic 6-month extension on the filing of your taxes. The only caveat with this option is that you must file for an extension by the due date set forth by the IRS.


If you don't owe any taxes do you have to file for an extension just to file the paperwork after the April deadline?

No, you don't need to file an extension if you don't owe the IRS any money. You only need to file an extension if you need more time to pay. The current law is you have three years to file for a refund and after that you forfeit it to the IRS. The IRS does not charge penalties to people that are owed refunds even if they are filing after due date (usually April 15). Just make sure you file within the 3 years. But if you owe money, even if you file an extension, if you do NOT pay by April 15, then you will owe interest and penalties on the money you owe. The extension is form 4868 and can be filed online through IRS.gov e-file, or by mailing in the form. The extension is NOT an extension for time to PAY, it is just an extension for time to file. Even if you are owed a refund, the IRS says that you are "required" to file if you made over the standard deduction. But in all reality, if they owe you money, they don't want to see you get it. If they owe you money, they don't care when or if you file, but they do like to keep tabs on you. There will be no penalties.


How does someone get an extension on there taxes?

If you have gone through an e-file provider, it will time stamp your application and apply for an extension on your behalf. If you do your own taxes, you can go to the IRS website and download or apply directly for an extension.


I have not filed my taxes for this year what do I do?

Contact an accountant and "come out from the cold" with the IRS. You may be able to file an extension and have minimal penalties.


How long is a tax extension?

Six monthsIf you file for an extension on your individual tax return, the IRS will give you six more months to complete the return. The IRS changed the extensions in 2006. There is now only the option for 6-month extensions (it used to be that you would file one extension, and could then file a second one for a total of 6 months). The IRS finally figured out that it would save a lot of work (and paper) to just give everyone a 6-month extension. That means an individual tax return would be due on October 15.Note: The extension is almost always for "time to file", NOT time to pay. You are still expected to pay by April 15. You must be entirely paid when you ask for the extension, or it won't be considered valid OR have penalties.


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Does e filing my taxes have a extension?

Yes, you can have an extension on your e file taxes. Here is where you can find all of the forms and info you need to do it.www.irs.gov/pub/irs-pdf/f4868.pdf"


What is Form 2350 used by the IRS for?

Form 2350 by the Internal Revenue Service is used to apply for an extension of time to file income taxes in the United States of America. It can be downloaded from the IRS website.


If you have filed an extension with the IRS that states Extension of Time to file extension for the year 2007 how many years from that tax year do you have to file the return if no money is owed?

An Extension only extends the time to file from April 15th to October 15th of the same year. If no money is owed with the tax return, and any payments that were made previously were made on time, you will not be subject to underpayment or late payment penalties. However, you may still be subject to a penalty for late filing. Also note the IRS can prepare a substitute return for you based on information it receives from other sources, which may overstate your income. See the attached link to the IRS web page "What Will Happen If You Don't File Your Past Due Return or Contact the IRS," which includes additional links you may find useful.


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Is there a fee to file a tax extension even if I don't owe any taxes?

No. Especially if you owe no tax. The ONLY extension is for an extension to file, not to pay. You should have paid at least what you would estimate to have owed, the extension essentially becoming to justify and support that estimate. If you underestimate, a small penalty and interest would be charged when that is determined. Otherwise, the estimate works, and if less than proven, will be refunded. ====== To clarify: There is no fee charged by the IRS. You can get the form for free from the IRS or the IRS web site and mail it in by yourself (for the cost of a postage stamp). If you want to electronically file it, the IRS does not accept efile directly from the public. You have to go through a private efile provider who may charge you for efiling. Similarly, if you want to use the services of a tax professional, they may charge you a fee.


How do you file for an extension on taxes?

Using the Form 4868 you can click on the below related link for more information. In addition to filing Form 4868 electronically, or by paying part of your tax by credit card, you can file Form 4868 by filling out the form and mailing it to the place where you will file your return. Please be aware that an extension of time to file is NOT an extension of time to pay.