If you can't finish your income taxes by tonight, file a free extension to get an extra 6 months.

You can get six extra months to file your taxes by applying for a free extension until October. If you owe money to the government, however, you should still submit your return when it is due.

With a tax extension, you have until October 15, 2024 to file your 2023 tax return. Your guide to filing a tax extension, including key dates, how to file a tax extension in 2024 and the forms you ...

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Use Free File: The IRS offers a free income tax filing system and you can electronically request an automatic tax-filing extension.

Regardless of your income, you can go to IRS.gov to use "Free File" to electronically request an automatic six-month extension. No fee is charged.

To file an extension, submit IRS Form 4868 electronically by the filing deadline on May 17. You can also do it for free using any of the Free File software offered by the major tax preparation ...