Rhode Island State Tax Extension Filing Requirements – A Complete Guide

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Filing season can be a hectic time for both businesses and individuals, so filing and submitting on time is crucial, especially when different states have varying filing requirements. If you need to extend your original tax return date, filing an extension becomes even more important. Some states accept the federal extension, while others require a separate state filing. 

In this blog series, we’ll walk you through the tax extension deadlines and requirements for five major states, starting with Rhode Island. 

Business Tax Extension State Filing Requirements in Rhode Island

If you’re operating a business in Rhode Island, whether as a corporation, S-corporation, or partnership, you may need to file for an extension to gain extra time for submitting your business income tax return. The process is simple, but understanding the necessary forms and deadlines is essential.

Forms Used to Request a Business Tax Extension

To request a Rhode Island business tax extension, businesses must file Form RI-7004.This form is used to request an automatic 6-month extension for the following business tax filings:

• Form RI-1120C for corporations
• Form RI-1120S for S-corporations
• Form RI-1065 for partnerships

Information Required

To fill the extension you’ll need to provide essential details about your business, including:

• Business name and address
• Type of business entity (corporation, S corporation, partnership, etc.)
• Federal Employer Identification Number (FEIN)
• Business tax year ends
• Estimated taxes due (remember, the extension gives you more time to file, but not to pay taxes)

Key Deadlines

The deadline can vary depending on the business you’re operating in the state:

Forms Due by March 17, 2025:

• For S-Corporations, needs to file an extension for form R1-1120S for the current tax year, the deadline is March 17, 2025.
• For Partnerships, needs to file an extension for Form RI-1065 for the current tax year, the deadline is March 17, 2025.

Forms Due by April 15, 2025:

• For Corporations, the deadline to file an extension for Form RI-1120C is April 15, 2025. If the business operates on a fiscal year ending on June 30, the deadline is 3 months after the fiscal year ends. You can request up to a 7-month extension by filing Form RI-7004.

Tax Payment

If you owe any taxes, you must make a payment by the original due date to avoid penalties and interest. The extension only extends the time to file the return, not to pay any taxes due.

Mailing Address

You can mail your Form RI-7004 business tax extension to the following address:

Personal Tax Extension Filing Requirements in Rhode Island

If you need more time to file your personal income tax return in Rhode Island, you can apply for an extension. 

Forms Used to Request a Personal Tax Extension

To request an extension for filing your personal income tax return in Rhode Island, you must file Form RI-4868. This form is used to request an automatic six-month extension for filing your personal income tax return.

Information Required

To complete the extension form, you’ll need to provide the following details:

• Your name and address
• Social Security Number (SSN)
• Your estimated income and tax liability
• Any taxes already paid or withheld for the year

Key Deadlines

For personal income tax returns, if you need to file an extension for the current tax year, the deadline is April 15. If the due date falls on a weekend or any legal holiday, the next business day will be the deadline.

Tax Payment

If you owe taxes, you must make a payment by the original deadline, to avoid penalties and interest. The extension grants you more time to file your return, but it does not extend the deadline to pay your taxes.

Mailing Address

You can mail your Form RI-4868 personal tax extension to the following address:

Simplify The Extension Process With ExpressExtension

Filing your state tax extension is simple with ExpressExtension. Follow these easy steps to get your extension filed quickly:

1. Choose the correct extension form.
   
2. Fill out all the necessary information.
   
3. Download, print, and mail the form to the appropriate state agency.

Deadline is just around the corner! With ExpressExtension filing a state tax extension is just simple, but knowing the state filing requirements is more important. Know your state requirements accurately and file your extension on time to extend the deadline and avoid the penalties.