An Authorized IRS eFile Provider is a tax professional or firm accepted into the IRS electronic filing program. As an authorized e-file provider, FileLater works closely with the IRS to ensure that our application is working properly and securely.
An Authorized IRS eFile Provider is a tax professional or firm accepted into the IRS electronic filing program. As an authorized e-file provider, FileLater works closely with the IRS to ensure that our application is working properly and securely.
If you used FileLater to file for a tax extension, you should receive an email regarding the status of your extension within minutes of eFiling. Be sure to check your junk folder if it doesn’t arrive to your inbox. If you do not have the email, you can always login to your account and click on the My Tax Extensions link to find out the status of your extension.
Yes. An approved tax extension gives you the ability to file by the extended filing deadline. However, if you choose to file your taxes by the original tax deadline after filing an extension, the IRS will simply ignore the extension of time you requested.
Our website will help guide you through the information you’ll need to file for your tax extension. In general, you will need your personal information (name, address, Social Security Number) and if you are planning to make an estimated payment to the IRS along with your extension, some data regarding your taxable income. Having last year’s tax return on-hand will be helpful during the extension request process. If you find yourself stuck during the online application, you’ll be able to save your progress and finish later.
Many states will automatically grant a state tax extension when your Federal tax extension is approved. If your state requires any additional information, FileLater provides state instructions and forms so that your state filing deadline can also be extended. Learn more by visiting our State Tax Extensions page.
Everyone qualifies to file for an income tax extension. The IRS doesn’t ask you to submit any explanation of why you want or need an extension. Almost all rejected extensions are the result of submitting incorrect information, such as a name and Social Security Number that do not match current IRS records.
Yes, you will be provided a FileLater confirmation number once your tax extension has been submitted. You will receive this confirmation number via email and it will be accessible online.You will also receive an IRS Submission ID number via email as soon as your extension is officially approved by the IRS.
No. The chance of a tax audit for an e-filed return is no greater than with a paper return. Taxpayers should also be aware of how to e-file their tax returns through the various free online tax preparation services available.
No. The chance of a tax audit does not increase if you file a tax extension.
Yes. The IRS generally requires different tax extension applications for both personal extensions and business extensions. However, there are exceptions for certain sole proprietorships and single-member LLCs (limited liability companies). If you report your business activities on your personal tax return, then you can file a personal income tax extension (IRS Tax Form 4868) which will extend both your personal and business tax deadlines.