How do i file an extension if i live abroad

A U.S address is required to file extension using TurboTax. See below for details on filing an extension with a foreign address on the IRS's website.

If you live outside the U.S. and meet certain guidelines, you automatically get an extra two months to file your return, giving you until June 15. 

According to the IRS you will be allowed the extension if you are a U.S. citizen or resident alien and on the regular due date of your return:

• You are living outside of the United States and Puerto Rico and your main place of business or post of duty is outside the United States and Puerto Rico, or
• You are in military or naval service on duty outside the United States and Puerto Rico

For more information on the automatic extension visit https://www.irs.gov/Individuals/International-Taxpayers/U.S.-Citizens-and-Resident-Aliens-Abroad---A...


If you want to e-file an extension using a foreign address you can do so by visiting www.irs.gov.  (see screenshots below for additional help)

1. On the IRS homepage click the freefile button
2. Next, select start fillable forms now 
   
3. You will be prompted to Create an account
4. From the forms list, select 1040
5. Click the File an Extension link in the upper right corner
6. Once you have entered your information, scroll down and click the blue E-file Extension Now button at the bottom of your screen

If you have a US address to use, you can file an extension electronically with TurboTax. The feature is not ready yet but is expected to be available in March. 

Here is a link with instructions as well as links to calculators to help make your estimates as needed.  You can access the TurboTax Easy Tax Extension via this link or you can start your online return in your TurboTax account.

1. Select "Federal" from the left hand menu
2. Click the "Other Tax Situations" tab
3. Scroll down to "Other Tax Forms"
4. "Start" the "File an Extension" interview