Maine state tax extension guide
MAINE · STATE TAX EXTENSION GUIDE

Maine Personal Tax Extension 2026: 2025 Tax-Year Filing Guide

Individual Income Tax · Form 1040ME

Maine generally grants an automatic extension for individual returns. Maine’s automatic extension is generally six months. For federal details, see our federal tax extension resources.

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Maine Extension Deadlines
Individual return
Individual Income Tax
Automatic
October 15, 2026
ME Extension Status
Automatic
Payment Voucher

Maine generally grants an automatic extension for individual returns. Maine’s automatic extension is generally six months.

Last updated: September 12, 2026
Individual filing

Maine Personal Tax Extension: Filing Details

Maine generally grants an automatic extension for individual returns. Maine’s automatic extension is generally six months.

Extended Deadline
October 15, 2026
Extension Checklist
Original deadline
April 15, 2026
Extended deadline
October 15, 2026
Maine return
Extension method
Maine grants an automatic six-month extension when the return is filed by the extended deadline.
Payment
Use Form 1040EXT-ME and pay at least 90% by April 15, 2026.
The extension applies to filing time only. Pay any balance due by the original deadline.
At a glance

Quick Reference: Deadlines and Forms

Use this summary to confirm Maine filing deadlines, forms, and payment requirements.

ItemMaine personal returnDeadline or method
Original deadlineForm 1040MEApril 15, 2026
Extended deadlineAutomaticOctober 15, 2026
Return formForm 1040MEUse the current form
PaymentForm 1040EXT-MEDue April 15, 2026
Common questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Answers about Maine personal tax extensions.