Tax Day For Individuals Extended to May 17

This extended from the original due date of April 15.

(Washington, D.C.) – The United States Treasury Department and the Internal Revenue Service have announced that the federal income tax filing due date for individuals for the 2020 tax year will be automatically extended.

Taxes will now be due on Monday, May 17.

"This continues to be a tough time for many people, and the IRS wants to continue to do everything possible to help taxpayers navigate the unusual circumstances related to the pandemic, while also working on important tax administration responsibilities," said IRS Commissioner Chuck Rettig. "Even with the new deadline, we urge taxpayers to consider filing as soon as possible, especially those who are owed refunds. Filing electronically with direct deposit is the quickest way to get refunds, and it can help some taxpayers more quickly receive any remaining stimulus payments they may be entitled to."

Individual taxpayers can also postpone federal tax payments for the 2020 tax year due on April 15, to May 17 without penalties and interest, regardless of the amount owed. This postponement applies to individual taxpayers, including individuals who pay self-employment tax.

Penalties, interest, and additions to tax will begin to accrue on any remaining unpaid balances of May 17, 2021. Individual taxpayers will automatically avoid interest and penalties on the taxes paid by May 17.

If you would like to learn more you can visit www.irs.gov.