As the tax season approaches, it’s very important for Americans to be aware of the upcoming federal tax return deadline, typically set for April 15. However, certain circumstances can grant individuals an extension, offering them additional time to file and pay their taxes.
For members of the military stationed in combat zones, there’s an automatic extension of 180 days after the conclusion of active service in that specific zone. This extension applies even if it goes beyond the standard April 15 tax filing deadline, providing military personnel with the necessary flexibility. Additionally, active-duty military members can apply for further extensions, ensuring that their unique service commitments are taken into account.
Extended Tax Deadlines: Are You Eligible for More Filing Time?
In 2023, natural disasters impacted various states, prompting the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) to announce extended federal tax return deadlines. This proactive measure aimed to alleviate the challenges faced by residents affected by severe weather events. Here’s an alphabetical breakdown of the states granted extended deadlines and the corresponding details:
California: Residents in San Diego County, confronted by severe storms and flooding commencing on Jan. 21, 2023, now have an extended deadline of June 17, 2024, to file their federal tax returns. This relief offers much-needed support to those navigating the aftermath of natural disasters.
Connecticut: For residents impacted by severe storms and flooding that started on Jan. 10, 2023, the extended federal tax return deadline is June 17, 2024. This relief specifically targets residents of New London County, the Mohegan Tribal Nation, and Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation.
Maine: Communities in Androscoggin, Franklin, Hancock, Kennebec, Oxford, Penobscot, Piscataquis, Somerset, Waldo, and Washington counties in Maine, impacted by severe storms and flooding from Dec. 17, 2023, can now file their federal tax returns until June 17, 2024.
Michigan: Residents of Eaton, Ingham, Ionia, Kent, Livingston, Macomb, Monroe, Oakland, and Wayne counties in Michigan, dealing with storms, tornadoes, and flooding starting on Aug. 24, 2023, benefit from an extended deadline until June 17, 2024.
Rhode Island: In Providence County, where severe storms, flooding, and tornadoes hit on Sept. 10, 2023, residents now have until June 17, 2024, to file their federal tax returns, providing necessary relief and additional time.
Tennessee: For residents affected by severe storms and tornadoes from Dec. 9, 2023, in Cheatham, Davidson, Dickson, Gibson, Montgomery, Robertson, Stewart, Sumner, and Weakley counties, the extended federal tax return deadline is June 17, 2024.
Washington: Residents in Spokane County, grappling with wildfires starting on Aug. 18, 2023, now have until June 17, 2024, to submit their federal tax returns, acknowledging the challenges posed by natural disasters.
West Virginia: Boone, Calhoun, Clay, Harrison, and Kanawha counties in West Virginia, affected by severe storms, flooding, landslides, and mudslides from Aug. 28, 2023, benefit from an extended deadline until June 17, 2024. This relief eases the burden on residents dealing with the aftermath of natural calamities.