No, you cannot request an extension at this time. The deadline to request an extension for a 2020 tax return was May 17, 2021. There are no more extensions for a 2020 return.
If you are getting a refund there is no penalty for filing after the October 15 deadline. You have three years to file if you are getting a refund or do not owe. But after October 15 you will not be able to e-file. E-filing will shut down and then your tax return will have to be printed, signed and mailed instead.
If you owe tax due and miss the October 15 deadline then you are late and may be subject to interest and penalties for late filing.
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