990 E-file: E-filing Extensions

The IRS allows e-file of Form 8868. The e-file system:

uses XML to format return data and transmit to IRS
eliminates drains, processes transmission files, and provides acknowledgment files faster
uses redesigned Business Rules (diagnostics)
uses a standardized Acknowledgment File structure across all form types
uses a Practitioner PIN for signatures.

E-file provides taxpayers the option to e-file extension and pay tax obligations at the same time and allows taxpayers to file extension for calendar and fiscal year returns.

In order to e-file a federal extension, you must obtain an EFIN from the IRS by submitting Form 8633. To e-file a specific state, you must complete required state applications and/or registrations (if any).

Not all extensions qualify for e-file. Our e-file application generates appropriate diagnostics when it encounters a return that does not qualify for e-file and rejects the non-qualifying return.

List of Accepted Forms

The following forms and schedules are currently allowed and accepted by the IRS for e-file with Form 8868:

Form 8868: Extension of Time to File
Electronic Payment.

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