If I need to request an extension on filing federal and state taxes for 2018, do I need to do the whole process, as if I'm filing today?

To file an extension, please follow these steps:

TurboTax Online

1. In your return, type extension in the Search box at the top of the page.
2. Click the Jump to extension link
3. On the Need More Time to File Your Return? screen, click on the blue box, Start Easy Extension.
4. Click Continue in the pop-up window.
5. On the next screen click the File an Extension box.
6. Continue through the screens, entering the requested information.

 

TurboTax CD/Download

 You cannot e-file an extension from the TurboTax CD/Download editions.  You can print out Form 4868 and mail it in. To do this

1. Click Federal Taxes >  Other Tax Situations
2. Under Other Tax Forms, click the Start/Update box next to File an Extension.
3. On the next screen, mark the Yes radio button and click Continue.
4. Continue through the screens until you reach the screen, Your Extension Results.  Click the Print Extension box.

 

You can also go to the TurboTax Easy Extension website to file your extension online:

1. Go to:  https://turbotax.intuit.com/irs-tax-extensions/
2. Click the File a Free Extension box. 

You will be asked to sign in with your TurboTax Online ID.  If you don't have one, click Create an Account at the bottom of the sign in screen.

 

Please check the FAQ below for information on extensions for your state:

https://ttlc.intuit.com/replies/3300227