Request More Time for Your September 990 Deadline: File Extension Form 8868!
Managing a nonprofit’s responsibilities can often feel overwhelming, especially when deadlines loom. In this article, we’ll explore Form 8868, a helpful tool for tax-exempt organizations. This form provides extra time to ensure that your Form 990 filings are not only timely but also free from unnecessary stress.
As today marks the deadline for some organizations to file their 990 return with the IRS, filing for an extension can be a great option for those unable to complete and submit their returns on time.
Which Tax-Exempt Organizations Have a Deadline Today?
Unsure if your organization needs to file today? Here’s how to determine if this deadline applies to you. The following organizations face a deadline today:
- Organizations with a tax period ending on April 30th.
- Organizations that requested and received an extension (Form 8868) for March 15th.
What If I Haven’t Filed an Extension for Form 990 Yet?
If you didn’t file an extension earlier, you can still file one today for additional time to complete your 990 Return and submit it to the IRS. You can do this by filing Form 8868, which is the IRS tax extension form for tax-exempt organizations.
This is an automatic extension, meaning you don’t need to provide any reason or justification for requesting it. As long as the instructions are followed and accurate information is provided, the IRS will likely approve it.
Forms Eligible for Extension with Form 8868
You can extend the filing deadline for the following forms by completing Form 8868:
- Form 990 or Form 990-EZ
- Form 4720 (for individuals)
- Form 990-PF
- Form 990-T (for sec. 401(a) or 408(a) trusts)
- Form 990-T (for trusts other than the above)
- Form 990-T (for corporations)
- Form 1041-A
- Form 4720 (for entities other than individuals)
- Form 5227
- Form 6069
- Form 8870
Please note that Form 990-N is not included in this list, as it is the shortest 990 form and is not eligible for an extension.
Deadline for Filing an Extension
To be eligible for an extension, tax-exempt organizations must complete and submit Form 8868 on or before the original deadline for their return.
Filing Form 8868 with ExpressExtension
ExpressExtension simplifies the process of completing your Form 8868, offering a hassle-free experience. You don’t need to provide elaborate reasons to the IRS for seeking an extension—just fill out the form!
Here’s what you’ll need to get started with ExpressExtension:
- Your organization’s essential details, such as its name, EIN, and address.
- Identification of the specific extension you need (Form 8868).
- Your tax-related information, including any outstanding tax payments.
Click here to get started today!
