JohnB5677
Employee Tax Expert

Get your taxes done using TurboTax

You can file an extension from our website Free federal tax extension is now available,

 

  • You will need to file by October 15, 2026.
  • However, you must estimate and pay the taxes you owe now.

 You can view the TurboTax article Need More Time? File a Tax Extension

 

Or you may wish to file for an extension here.  
 

  1. On the left rail menu in TurboTax Online Select Tax Tools  (You may have to scroll down on the left rail menu.)
  2. On the drop-down select Tools 
  3. On the Pop-Up menu titled “Tools Center,” select File an extension
  4. Follow the instructions to start the extension process 

Also, you may have to file your state taxes:

 Do I need to file an extension for my personal state taxes?  


Remember, an extension gives you more time to prepare your taxes, but it doesn't extend the time to pay your taxes.  If you indicate that you will owe taxes, you should make the payment by the original due date of the tax return to avoid additional interest and penalties. 


 


 

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