As your go-to tax professional, I’m here to make this tax season as smooth as possible. Below, I’ve outlined everything you need to know about Tax Day 2025, extensions, and key deadlines to help you avoid penalties and stay on track. Let’s get ahead of the game—schedule your appointment today, and let’s make this filing season stress-free!
Reminder of When Tax Day Is This Year!
Tax Day 2025 falls on April 15 for all federal tax returns and payments. In Indiana, the state tax deadline is also April 15.
April 15 is the final date to request a six-month extension if you can’t file your taxes by the deadline.
If you live overseas or are on active military duty outside the United States, you’re automatically granted a two-month extension to file without having to request one. This means you have until June 16 to submit your return and payment without penalties. However, there’s a catch—interest will still accrue on any unpaid taxes starting from the original April 15 deadline.
When Is the Deadline to Pay Your Taxes?
Your tax payment deadline depends on your filing status:
- For individual federal tax returns, the payment is due on Tax Day, as noted above.
- If you’re self-employed, you’ll likely pay quarterly estimated taxes. The 2024 quarterly tax deadlines are:
- April 15
- June 17
- September 16
- January 15 (2025)
- These dates may occasionally shift due to holidays, but they generally fall on or near the 15th.
What Happens if You Can’t File by the Deadline?
If you’re unable to file by the due date, you can request a six-month extension by submitting Form 4868 before April 15. Filing late without an extension incurs a failure-to-file penalty of 5% of your unpaid taxes per month, up to a maximum of 25%. If your return is over 60 days late, the minimum penalty is the lesser of $435 or 100% of the tax owed.
Important: Requesting an extension to file does not extend your time to pay. You must still send your payment to the IRS by Tax Day to avoid a failure-to-pay penalty, which ranges from 0.5% to 25% of your unpaid taxes.
When Are Tax Extensions Due?
For most people, the deadline to file a tax extension is October 15, six months after Tax Day. Regardless of your situation, it’s always best to file your taxes as early as possible to avoid complications.
We’re Scheduling Appointments!
We are now accepting appointments to file your tax returns for the 2025 tax season! Don’t wait—schedule your session today to ensure a smooth and stress-free filing experience.
