Online extension not available for Texans today?!?!

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The extension request has to be printed and mailed to the IRS, as stated by the IRS, it cannot be e-filed.

IRS Website - https://www.irs.gov/forms-pubs/extension-of-time-to-file-your-tax-return

Victims in FEMA Disaster Areas: Mail Your Request for an Extension of Time to File

To request an extension to file your federal taxes after May 17, 2021, print and mail Form 4868, Application for Automatic Extension of Time To File U.S. Individual Income Tax Return. We can’t process extension requests filed electronically after May 17, 2021.

Find out where to mail your form.

Be sure to mail it certified mail so you have proof of mailing before midnight June 15.

**Disclaimer: This post is for discussion purposes only and is NOT tax advice. The author takes no responsibility for the accuracy of any information in this post.**