Important Dates for Extensions

February 2026: You can begin preparing and filing an extension when extensions become available in the 2025 software in February.

April 2026: The deadline for filing your extension is the same as the deadline for filing your tax return, April 15, 2026.

October 2026: If you filed an extension and the IRS accepted your extension, you must file your return by October 15, 2026 for it to be considered on time.

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