State Tax Extension Forms

File your Federal Extension by APRIL 12, 2012.

FORM 1138 - Corporation Net Operating Loss Carryback FORM 2350 - File U.S. Income Tax Return FORM 4768 - Estate Taxes. FORM 4868 - U.S. Individual Income Tax Return FORM 5558 - Specific Employee Plan Returns. FORM 7004 - Certain Business Income Tax FORM 8809 - Information returns. FORM 8868 - Exempt Organization Plan. FORM 8892 - Federal Tax Return Extended Every Year.

ALANAMA

Form 40V Individual Income Tax Payment Voucher Form 20-E Corporate Income Tax Estimated and Extension Form BPT-V Business Privilege Tax Payment Voucher

ARIZONA

Form 204 Individual Income Application for Filing Extension Form 120EXT Corp, Partnership,Exempt Organization Returns Form 141AZ EXT Fiduciary Returns Only

ARKANSAS

Form AR1000ES Estimated Tax Declaration Vouchers Form AR1055 Extension for Income Tax Returns Form AR1155 Request of Extension of Time to File

CALIFORNIA

Form FTB 3519 Payment for Automatic Extension for Individuals Form 3538 Voucher for LPs,LLCs and REMICs

COLORADO

Form DR 0158C Payment Voucher for Time for Filing

CONNECTICUT

Form CT-1040 EXT Income Tax Return for Individuals

DELAWARE

Form 1027 Individual Income Tax Return Form 1100T-EXT Corporate Request for Extension Voucher Form 1100P-EXT S Corporation Request for Extension

D.C

FR-127 Extension of Time to File a DC Income Tax Return

FLORIDA

Form F-7004 Application for Extension of Time to File

GEORGIA

Form IT-303 State Income Tax Returns

HAWAII

Form N-100 Individual Income Tax Return Form N-101A Automatic Individual Income Tax Return Form N-301 Corporate Income Tax Return

IDAHO

Form 51 Estimated Payment of Idaho Individual Income Tax

ILLINOIS

Form 505-b Automatic Extension Payment Form 505-I Automatic Extension Payment for Individuals

INDIANA

Form IT-9 Application for Extension of Time to File Form 49102 E-6 Corporate Quarterly Income Tax Return

IOWA

Form IA 1040V Iowa Individual Income Tax Payment Voucher

KANSAS

Form K-40V Kansas Payment Voucher

KENTUCKY

Form 40A102 Individual, Partnership, Fiduciary Tax Return Form 40A102 Individual, Partnership, Fiduciary Tax Return 2011

LOUISIANA

Form R-2868 Application for Extension of Time to File Louisiana Individual Income Tax

MAINE

Form 1040PMT-ME Extension Payment Voucher Form 1040Ext-ME Extension Payment Voucher

MARYLAND

Form 502E Application for Extension to File Personal Income Tax Return

MASSACHUSETTS

Form M-8736 Time to File Fiduciary or Partnership Return Form M-4868 Six-Month Extension Form M-4868 Six-Month Extension 2011

MICHIGAN

Form 4 Extension of Time to File Michigan Tax Return

MINNESOTA

Form M13 Income Tax Extension Payment

MISSISSIPPI

Form 80-180 Extension of Time to File 2011 Form 80-180 Extension of Time to File

MISSOURI

Form MO-6 Application for Extension of Time to File

MONTANA

Form Payment Voucher Form EXT Extension Payment Worksheet

NEBRASKA

Form 4868N Application for Extension of Time Form 7004N Application for Automatic Extension of Time

NEW HAMPSHIRE

Form  DP-59-A 7 Month Extension Tax Return

NEW JERSEY

Form NJ-630 Application for Extension of Time to File

NEW MEXICO

Form RPD-41096 Extension of Time to File

NEW YORK

Form IT-370 Six-Month Extension for Individuals Form CT-5.1 Corporate Additional Extension

NORTH CAROLINA

ONLINE Extension Application

NORTH DAKOTA

Form 101 Application for Extension Form 40-EXT Corporate Extension Payment Voucher Form 58 EXT Partnership Extension Payment Form 60-EXT S Corporation Extension Payment

OHIO

Form IT 1041 EXT Estates and Trusts Form IT 4708 EXT Investors in Pass-Through Entities Form IT 1140 EXT Withholding Pass-Through Entities, Trusts Form DTE 121 E Tax Certificate Extension (Auction Sale) Form 993 NT New Taxpayer Return Form ET 41 Ohio Estate Tax

OKLAHOMA

Form 504 Application for Extention of Time to File 2011

OREGON

Form 40-EXT Individual Income Tax Return

PENNSYLVANIA

Form REV-276 Application for Extension of Time

SOUTH CAROLINA

Form 4868 Individual Income Tax Return Form SC8736 Fiduciary and Partnership Tax Return

TENNESSEE

Form INC 251 Individual Income Tax Return

UTAH

Form TC-546 Individual Income Tax Prepayment Coupon

VERMONT

Form IN-151 Income Tax Return 2011 Form IN-151 Income Tax Return Form BA-403 Corp. Business Income Tax Return

VIRGINIA

Form 760IP Individual Payment Voucher 2011 Form 760IP Individual Payment Voucher

WEST VIRGINIA

Form Schedule L Application for Extension of Time to File

WISCONSIN

Form 1-ES Estimated Income Tax Voucher

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State Tax Extension Forms: Understanding the Ins and Outs

Introduction

One of the most anticipated moments of the year for many taxpayers is the tax filing season, which typically runs from January 1 to April 15 annually. However, not everyone can meet this deadline, and that’s where state tax extension forms come in. These forms allow taxpayers to delay their filing or payment deadlines beyond April 15 in cases of documented reasons or hardships.

State tax extensions come in different forms, and they vary from state to state. This article is designed to take an in-depth look at the different state tax extension forms and provide valuable information on how and when to use them to simplify your tax filing process.

Understanding Tax Extensions

In simple terms, a tax extension is a form or document that taxpayers complete to extend their tax filing or payment deadlines beyond the original due date. Tax extensions do not affect the amount of money taxpayers owe the government. However, they give taxpayers extra time to prepare and gather their tax documents.

Tax extensions are not just applicable for state taxes but also for federal taxes as well. These forms give taxpayers more time to file their returns, explore deductions, and correct any errors discovered in their returns associated with their taxable income.

Who Can File Tax Extensions?

Tax extensions can be filed by any taxpayer who owes taxes and meets the required criteria. The criteria for who can file a state tax extension vary among states, but some of the most common reasons that states honor tax extensions include:

1. Health conditions that make it difficult to meet the tax filing deadline.
2. Casualty or natural disaster, such as a hurricane, tornado, or flood, that makes it impossible to file tax returns on time.
3. Family medical emergency, such as the death or unexpected admission of a loved one to a hospital.
4. Military deployment or mobilization of National Guard service members that prevents them from meeting the tax deadline.
5. Other unforeseen circumstances not covered above that make it difficult or impossible for taxpayers to file their tax returns on time.

State Tax Extension Forms

State tax extension forms differ greatly from one state to another. Every state has its tax extension form, which has its own requirements. To get an understanding of the specifics associated with state tax extension forms, it’s important to examine each state’s requirements. In this article, we’ll take a closer look at some of the most popular state tax extension forms.

1. Arizona Tax Extension Form

Arizona has one of the easiest tax extension requirements, as it doesn't require taxpayers to file a separate tax extension form. To qualify for a tax extension in Arizona, taxpayers only need to make sufficient payments of their estimated taxes before April 15 or wait until April 15 to pay their taxes without filing an extension form.

If taxpayers do not make payments or pay their taxes in full by April 15, they are required to submit Arizona’s extension form (Form 204) by the same deadline.

2. California Tax Extension Form

In California, taxpayers can qualify for an automatic extension by submitting the state income tax extension form (FTB 3519) before the April 15 deadline. The form requests taxpayers to estimate their tax payment for the tax year and pay 90 percent of the balance owed. If taxpayers fail to make the estimated payment, they may be charged with interest and penalty charges.

3. Colorado Tax Extension Form

To qualify for a tax extension in Colorado, taxpayers must submit the extension form (DR 0158-I) and pay 90 percent of their estimated tax liability on or before April 15 of the following year. Taxpayers with no tax liability are still required to submit the extension form.

4. Florida Tax Extension Form

Florida doesn't follow the federal tax extension requirements, and thus, it only grants tax extensions under special circumstances. Florida Taxpayers are required to call the Florida Department of Revenue to obtain a tax extension.

5. Georgia Tax Extension Form

Georgia taxpayers are allowed an automatic extension of six months, and they do not need to submit a tax extension form as long as they file their returns and pay all the balance owed before the original deadline. If taxpayers do not have the money to pay their balance, they are allowed to set up payment arrangements to pay the balance in increments.

6. Indiana Tax Extension Form

Indiana has a similar requirement to Arizona and Michigan, as the state allows taxpayers to apply for an automatic extension by making the necessary estimated income tax payment by April 15. If taxpayers with tax liability fail to make the estimated payment by the deadline, they must submit the state tax extension form (Form IT-9) to obtain an extension.

7. Michigan Tax Extension Form

Michigan grants taxpayers a six-month automatic extension if they make the necessary estimated tax payment before the April 15 deadline. If taxpayers have a tax liability, they need to file the state tax extension form (Form 4) and submit their tax payment. Failing to submit the payment may lead to interest and penalty charges.

8. New York Tax Extension Form

New York allows taxpayers an automatic six-month tax extension if they pay at least 90 percent of the total tax owed before the April 15 deadline. New York taxpayers should also submit the state income tax extension form (IT-370) before the April 15 deadline. Failure to submit the payment may lead to interest and penalty charges.

9. Oregon Tax Extension Form

Oregon taxpayers get an automatic six-month tax extension period, provided they file an extension form (Form 40-EXT) before April 15. Oregon taxpayers are required to pay at least 90 percent of their estimated tax liability for the year by the April 15 deadline. Failure to pay may lead to interest and penalty charges.

10. Texas Tax Extension Form

Texas, like Florida, does not have personal income taxes, so no tax extension form is needed.

Conclusion

Filing tax extensions can be a lifesaver for taxpayers who are unable to meet their tax deadlines for various reasons, be it health, natural disaster, family emergencies, or military deployment. Understanding the different types of tax extensions available in each state and their specific requirements is crucial to avoid interest and penalty charges and non-compliance with the law.

When unable to meet the tax filing deadline, be sure to research your state’s requirements on extensions and their criteria before preparing, filing, and submitting the tax extension forms. This can potentially save taxpayers from further financial or legal damage.