what is the deadline for tax extension 2022

The IRS deadline to file a 2022 individual tax return after getting an extension was October 16, 2023 (because October 15, 2023 fell on a Sunday).

Key points

• For 2022 returns, the original filing and payment deadline for most individuals was April 18, 2023.

• If you filed Form 4868 (an extension request) by that date, you generally had until October 16, 2023 to file your 2022 Form 1040.

• The extension only gave you more time to file , not more time to pay ; any 2022 tax due was still supposed to be paid by April 18, 2023 to avoid interest and some penalties.

Simple example

• You owed 2022 federal taxes and filed an extension on April 10, 2023.
• You then had until October 16, 2023 to submit your completed 2022 return, but interest and possible penalties on any unpaid balance ran from April 18, 2023 onward.

If you’re asking now because you still haven’t filed 2022, you’re past the extension deadline, and it’s usually best to file as soon as possible to limit additional penalties and interest.