Filed taxes for 3 states on April 14th 2023. NY and California and Federal tax has been accepted.New Jersey is still pending, what to do,last date to file taxes is soon.

[marinaarif]

Last date to file taxes is tomorrow, what to do to get acceptance from New Jersey to avoid filing post due date. Please suggest.

[DianeW777]

It depends.  New Jersey (NJ) may be backed up due to the volume at this time.  Give it until tomorrow and then be prepared to mail a copy if necessary so that you have April 18th post mark on the envelope.

• How do I print and mail my state return?

[fanfare]

Your return is pending?

That means you submitted it before the due date.

@marinaarif 

[marinaarif]

Makes sense, I am really hoping it gets accepted today to avoid the hassle. I do have a refund, not sure if that impacts the need for mailing by tomorrow. 

[marinaarif]

I did, I e filed and the return hasn't been accepted by New Jersey yet. The last date to file is tomorrow so getting a little worried.

[JulieS · Accepted solution]

By submitting your e-file prior to the deadline, you have filed on time. Once the e-file is accepted, the submission time and date is the "official" filed date. 

If your  e-file is rejected, you have five days to correct it, re-submit and get an acceptance. All returns submitted by midnight local time on the deadline date are considered "on time" even if the acceptance is past the deadline. 

[marinaarif]

Well, that is a relief. Thank you for clarifying.

[fanfare]

If you are getting a refund, there is no penalty for late filing.

@marinaarif