When are federal estimated taxes for individual returns due?

The deadlines for tax year 2025 quarterly payments are:

1. April 15, 2025
2. June 16, 2025
3. September 15, 2025
4. January 15, 2026

The deadlines for tax year 2024 quarterly payments were:

1. April 15, 2024
2. June 17, 2024
3. September 16, 2024
4. January 15, 2025

We automatically calculate quarterly estimated tax payments and prepare vouchers (Form 1040-ES) for you to print. Mail your payment along with the corresponding 1040-ES voucher to the IRS address listed on the voucher.

The postmark date is used to determine if the estimated tax payment is paid on time. Additional payment options are available at the IRS Payment website.