Extended Time to File Taxes
Form 4868
For Individuals
Individuals who need more time to file their taxes can use Form 4868, Application for Automatic Extension of Time to File U.S. Individual Income Tax Return. This form allows taxpayers to request an automatic six-month extension to file their tax return. The form is available online at the [IRS website](https://www.irs.gov/forms-pubs/about-form-4868). Also, individuals can use Free File to electronically request an extension.
For Businesses
Businesses that need more time to file their taxes can use Form 7004, Application for Automatic Extension of Time to File Certain Business Income Tax, Information, and Other Returns. This form allows businesses to request an automatic six-month extension to file their tax return. The form is available online at the [IRS website](https://www.irs.gov/forms-pubs/about-form-7004).
Free File
The IRS Free File program allows taxpayers to e-file their tax returns for free. The program is available to taxpayers with an adjusted gross income (AGI) of $73,000 or less. To use Free File, taxpayers must go to the [IRS website](https://www.irs.gov/filing/free-file-do-your-federal-taxes-for-free) and select one of the participating tax software providers.
Filing an Extension
Filing an extension does not extend the time to pay taxes. If you owe taxes, you must pay them by the original due date of your tax return. You can make a payment online, by mail, or by phone. For more information on how to make a payment, go to the [IRS website](https://www.irs.gov/payments).
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