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Does Form 1040 have a second extension form for additional time to file?


According to the IRS Form 1040 instructions:

 

What if You Can't File onTime?

You can get an automatic 6-month extensionif, no later than the date your returnis due, you file Form 4868. For details,see Form 4868.

Instead of filingForm 4868, you can apply for an automaticextension by making an electronicpayment by the due date of your return.

If you are a U.S. citizen or residentalien, you may qualify for an automaticextension of time to file without filingForm 4868. You qualify if, on the duedate of your return, you meet one of thefollowing conditions.

You live outside the United Statesand Puerto Rico and your main place ofbusiness or post of duty is outside theUnited States and Puerto Rico.

You are in military or naval serviceon duty outside the United States andPuerto Rico.This extension gives you an extra 2months to file and pay the tax, but interestwill be charged from the original duedate of the return on any unpaid tax.You must include a statement showingthat you meet the requirements.

If you are still unable to file your return by the end of the 2-month period, you can get an additional 4 months if, no later than June 15, 2022, you file Form 4868. This 4-month extension of time to file doesn't extend the time to pay your tax. See Form 4868.

 

 

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