The deadline to file your individual tax return for the 2024 tax year in the United States is April 15, 2025. If you need more time to file, you can request an automatic extension by filing Form 4868, which extends your filing deadline to October 15, 2025. However, any taxes owed must still be paid by April 15, 2025, to avoid interest and penalties. There are further extensions available for special circumstances up to December 15, 2025, but these require written reasonable cause. In summary:
- Regular deadline: April 15, 2025
- Extended deadline with Form 4868: October 15, 2025
- Final extension for special circumstances: December 15, 2025
These deadlines apply for most U.S. citizens and residents filing federal income tax returns for the 2024 tax year.
