Why do I get an error message when trying to file extension?

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March 3, 2020
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I bought Turbotax deluxe from Target & downloaded the software after purchase (instead of buying the CD). I am trying to file an extension for tax year 2019 & go through the screens. It tells me I have to print & mail to the IRS. But Turbotax website says I can e-file an extension for free in March. So I try that today, online, and get a rejection saying the deadline has passed. This makes no sense and I'm so frustrated! Help!

Unfortunately, the deadline for filing an extension has passed*

But you can still file your taxes on TurboTax until October 15, 2020.

Things you need to know:

Any taxes you owe were due on April 15, so pay them soon to keep penalties and interest to a minimum.
After October 15, you can’t e-file online. But you can still print and mail paper forms.

* If you live in Massachusetts or Maine, you're in luck! You can file an extension through April 17.

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HelenC12

Level 15

The reason you're getting the "Unfortunately, the deadline has passed message" because that message relates to tax year 2018.

For tax year 2019, the IRS has approved the 4868 form for mailing but not e-filing. Once the form has been approved for e-filing, you won't get the message. Please check the TurboTax Forms Availability to see when the form is "available" for e-file.

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beckyh-77Author

Level 2

I guess I'm confused....this link (pasted below) appears to indicate the possibility of e-filing an extension for 2019. Thoughts?

https://turbotax.intuit.com/irs-tax-extensions/

macuser_22

Alumni - Champ

Online filing of extensions has not started yet per the IRS. You can print and mail file for an extension now.

Online will start sometime in March but date has not been established yet.

**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.**

Emma75

Level 2

The form did not answer my question.

ErnieS0

Level 15

@Emma75 We'd love to help you complete your tax return, but need more information. Can you please clarify your question?

If you are trying to file an extension, you can file online for free with TurboTax Easy Extension. Click on "Or, file today with no tax knowledge needed."

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