On Tax Day, which falls on the 15th of April this year, Americans must file their taxes or request an extension to avoid penalties. The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) requires fiscal year filers to submit their tax returns on this specific day. If the 15th falls on a weekend or a legal holiday, the due date is extended to the next business day. Those who are unable to file by the deadline can request an automatic 6-month extension, but they must still pay any owed taxes by the original due date to avoid penalties. Despite the busy nature of Tax Day, it is not a federal holiday, so schools, banks, and many stores will remain open. Mail delivery services such as the United States Postal Service (USPS), United Parcel Service (UPS), and FedEx will also be operating as usual.
Tax Day, occurring on April 15, is not listed as a holiday for the USPS, UPS, or FedEx for the year 2024. Therefore, normal mail and delivery services can be expected on this day. The USPS spokesperson confirmed that there will be normal post office operations on April 15, without any extended hours at retail post offices. Similarly, UPS mentioned that Tax Day will be business as usual for them, with regular delivery services expected. Americans are advised to check with their local USPS locations for operating hours in order to plan their mail submissions accordingly.
By March 29, it was reported that 90 million households in the United States had already filed their taxes. Despite this, those who require more time have the option to apply for an automatic 6-month extension, as long as any owed taxes are paid by the original due date. In some cases, such as severe flooding in Maine and Rhode Island, residents have been granted an extension of the tax filing deadline by three months. The IRS issued a release stating that affected individuals and businesses in these areas will have until July 15, 2024, to file returns and pay taxes that were originally due between January 9, 2024, and July 15, 2024.
While many Americans may be scrambling to file their taxes on Tax Day, it is important to note that schools, banks, and most stores will remain open as it is not a federal holiday. Mail delivery services such as the USPS, UPS, and FedEx will also be operating normally on this day. For those who require extra time, an automatic 6-month extension can be requested, but payments must still be made by the original due date to avoid penalties. Additionally, certain areas affected by natural disasters may receive extensions to the tax filing deadline. It is recommended to check with local USPS locations for specific operating hours on Tax Day to ensure timely submission of tax returns.
