Extension Information
1. Extra
time to file is not extra time to pay. You may request an extension of time to file your federal tax return
to get an extra six months to file, until Oct. 15. Although an extension will give you an extra six months to get your tax
return to the IRS, it does not extend the time you have to pay any tax you owe. You will owe interest on any amount not paid
by the April 15 deadline. You may also owe a penalty for failing to pay on time.
2. File on time even if you can’t pay. If
you complete your return but you can’t pay the full amount due, do not request an extension. File your return on time
and pay as much as you can. You should pay the balance as soon as possible to minimize penalty and interest charges. If you
need more time to pay, you can apply for a payment plan using the Online Payment Agreement tool on IRS.gov. You can also send
Form 9465, Installment Agreement Request, with your return. If you are unable to make payments because of a financial hardship,
the IRS will work with you. Call us we can help.
3. Electronic
funds withdrawal. If you e-file an extension request, you can also pay any balance due by authorizing an electronic
funds withdrawal from a checking or savings account. To do this you will need your bank routing and account numbers.
4. California
gives you an automatic extension through October 15, 2013. You don't need to apply for one. Here's
what you should do if you can't file by April 15, 2013:
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- You are due a refund —
File your return by October 15, 2013. Choose e-file and direct deposit for the fastest
refund.
- You have a balance
due — Pay the amount you owe by April 15, 2013 to avoid penalties and interest. You can pay online, by credit card, or by check with form FTB 3519. Then file your return by October 15, 2013. Choose e-file to ensure your return
is received on time.
- You're
not sure if you have a balance due — Call us for help.
5. Call us to file your Extension. You
must submit your extension request to the IRS by April 15.
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