2025 tax return dates and deadlines

When does tax season start?

The filing season for 2025 tax returns starts on a date soon to be determined by the IRS. The IRS will begin processing tax returns on that day.

When are taxes due?

Federal taxes for the 2025 tax year are due on April 15, 2026. You can use FreeTaxUSA to file your federal taxes completely free. Start a 2025 return

How do I extend my 2025 taxes?

If you are unable to file your individual taxes by April 15, 2026, you will still be able to file an extension. Start free extension

After you have filed an extension, you have until October 15, 2026 to file your federal and state taxes. You can use FreeTaxUSA any time until the October 15, 2026 deadline to file an extended tax return.

What happens if you miss the IRS deadline?

If you miss both the April 15, 2026 and the October 15, 2026 deadline, you'll want to file your returns as soon as possible. We can help you file your late tax returns. Just go to our prior years page and select which tax year you want to file. After that we'll walk you through all the steps you need to complete your prior year tax returns. You will have to print out your tax forms and mail them into the IRS, because the IRS will not accept e-filed tax returns after the extension deadline.

Is it too late to file past year taxes?

It is not too late to file back taxes. You can use FreeTaxUSA to file taxes from 2025 all the way back to 2018. Use our prior year software to file whichever year you missed. Most people even have a refund waiting for them, and the best part is it only costs $17.99. Provide your tax documents and fill out the information and we'll take care of all the calculations. Then print your tax return and mail it to the IRS.