Form 4868
Application for Automatic Extension of Time To File
Form 4868 gives you an automatic extension of time to file your Form 1040. Fill in the official form with your estimated tax and payments, see the balance due worked out for you in the preview, pay once and download it ready to mail.
What it reports
- More time to file your individual income tax return
- Your estimate of total tax, payments made and the amount you are paying now
- Taxpayers out of the country and Form 1040-NR filers
What you'll get
- The official IRS form with every entry in place, as a PDF ready to sign
- Downloads on your order page for 30 days, plus an email link
How it works
- 1Enter the information once; add every recipient you need.
- 2Check the official form, filled in, in the live preview.
- 3Pay once and download your PDF right away.
Questions
Does an extension give me more time to pay?
No. It extends the time to file. Any tax you owe is still due by the original due date, so the form asks for an estimate and lets you pay with it.
Do I need to sign Form 4868?
No. The form has no signature line; mail it by the original due date to the address for your state in its instructions, with any payment.
Which tax years can I prepare Form 4868 for?
2025. Each year uses the IRS edition in effect for it, and the preview shows exactly that edition.
How much does Form 4868 cost?
$6.99 per form, paid once at checkout. There is no account, subscription or extra fee, and you see the full filled form before you pay.