Most US taxpayers are facing a deadline of Monday, April 15 for filing their 2023 income taxes, with only a few exceptions being granted an extension. Extensions are typically given to taxpayers in regions declared natural disaster areas by FEMA. The IRS has extended the federal tax filing deadlines for several states affected by severe storms, flooding, landslides, and other disasters, allowing taxpayers in these areas more time to file their tax returns. States with extended deadlines include Alaska, California, Connecticut, Hawaii, Maine, Michigan, Rhode Island, Tennessee, and West Virginia. Taxpayers in these areas can request a tax extension for a new filing deadline of October 15, 2024.
The specific deadlines vary depending on the state and county one lives in and the impact of natural disasters in the area. Residents and businesses in San Diego County, California, have until June 17, 2024, to file their taxes due to storms and flooding. In Connecticut, parts of the state affected by severe storms and potential dam breaches have the same deadline. Residents in Alaska have until July 15, 2024, if they were impacted by storms and landslides. Taxpayers in states like Michigan, Rhode Island, Tennessee, and West Virginia also have extended deadlines due to severe storms, tornadoes, and flooding that occurred in those areas.
Nine states have tax deadlines that are after the IRS deadline for federal taxes, including Hawaii, Iowa, Louisiana, Maine, Massachusetts, New Mexico, Oklahoma, and Virginia. These states have varying deadlines ranging from April 17 to May 15, 2024. However, states like Alaska, Florida, Nevada, New Hampshire, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Washington, and Wyoming do not collect income taxes. Taxpayers filing for an extension after April 15 and before their extended tax deadline can do so using Form 4868 on paper. It is recommended to file for an extension by the standard April 15 deadline, even if the tax deadline has been extended.
For those claiming the child tax credit, knowing when to expect the tax refund is important. Some states have Tax Day deadlines later than the federal deadline, so it is essential to be aware of the specific deadlines in each state. The IRS suggests filing for a tax extension by the standard April 15 deadline to avoid any penalties. With tax season in full swing, understanding the deadlines and extensions available can help taxpayers navigate the process more effectively and ensure they meet all requirements for filing their tax returns accurately and on time.
