Federal income taxes for the 2025 tax year are due on Wednesday, April 15, 2026 in the United States.

Quick Scoop

  • Main Tax Day (US, 2026):
    • Filing deadline for 2025 individual federal returns (Form 1040): April 15, 2026 (Wednesday).
* This date is also when **any balance due must be paid** to avoid interest on unpaid 2025 taxes.
  • Estimated quarterly payments for 2026 (for self‑employed, investors, etc.):
    • 1st quarter: April 15, 2026
    • 2nd quarter: June 15, 2026
    • 3rd quarter: September 15, 2026
    • 4th quarter (for 2026 income): January 15, 2027
  • If you’re a U.S. taxpayer living abroad:
    • Automatic extension to June 15, 2026 to file (but interest on any unpaid 2025 tax still starts from April 15, 2026).

In everyday terms: for most people asking “what day are taxes due in 2026,” the answer is April 15, 2026 —mark that Wednesday on your calendar.

Situation Key 2026 deadline
Standard U.S. individual filing (2025 income) April 15, 2026 (Tax Day)
1st quarter 2026 estimated tax April 15, 2026
2nd quarter 2026 estimated tax June 15, 2026
3rd quarter 2026 estimated tax September 15, 2026
4th quarter 2026 estimated tax January 15, 2027
Americans living abroad – automatic filing extension June 15, 2026 (payment still effectively due April 15)

Always double‑check state deadlines and any special disaster‑relief extensions on your state’s site or the IRS site, since they can shift year to year.

TL;DR: In 2026, Tax Day is Wednesday, April 15 for your 2025 federal return in the U.S.

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