Guide to Filing a Business Tax Extension

TaxAct makes it simple to file your business extension forms to change the due date of the return.

For Form 4868 for individuals:• From within your TaxAct return, click Filing on the left to expand, then click File Extension.• Continue with the interview process to enter all the appropriate information.• On the screen titled Filing Extension Step – Extension Options, you will have the option to either print or e-file your federal extension only. State extensions can be printed later in the interview process.

If you have any questions or need further details on filing Form 4868 with TaxAct, read our Form 4868 help topic.

For Form 7004 for C corps, S corps, and partnerships:• Click the Filing tab within your TaxAct return (Online or Desktop).• Under Filing, click File Extension and continue as applicable to your required filings.• The program will continue with the interview questions to help you complete the required information for an extension request.If you have any questions or need further details on filing Form 7004 with TaxAct, read our Form 7004 help topic.

For more detailed information about filing Form 7004, reference the IRS instructions for Form 7004.