Help Topic: Filing an Extension - Form 4868

Topic: Filing an Extension - Form 4868

Form 4868 Application for Automatic Extension of Time To File U.S. Indivicual Income Tax Return is included in TaxACT.

Please note that filing an extension ONLY extends the time to file your return and does not extend the time to pay any tax due. To avoid late payment penalties and interest you must estimate what tax will be due and pay that when you file the extension form.

Enter or Edit Form 4868:

Hover your mouse over Filing and click on File an Extension

To estimate the tax you will owe click on Estimate My Tax.
To complete Form 4868 click on Complete Form 4868

The program will proceed with the interview questions for you to enter the appropriate information.
On the screen Form 4868 - Filing you will have option to either print the form to mail or electronically file the form.
If you wish to mail the form, click the Form Instructions icon on the right side of the screen to obtain the proper mailing address.
If you wish to electronically file your extension, choose E-File Form 4868 and continue until you reach the Submit button to submit your extension