The final day to file your taxes if you received an extension ahead of the original April 15 "Tax Day" deadline is just six ...

A tax extension can give you more time to complete your return. But you still need to make an estimated payment to the IRS on time.

If you need more time to finish your taxes, the IRS allows one free six month extension. Here's how to file for a tax extension.

There are several ways to submit your tax extension request: File Form 4868 electronically with a tax professional or a tax-prep program like H&R Block, TurboTax or TaxSlayer.

How to file a tax extension Get and fill out IRS extension Form 4868: Application for Automatic Extension of Time to File U.S. Individual Income Tax Return.

GETTY How can I get a filing extension? If you are not up to speed and need some extra time to get your documents together, the IRS advises requesting an extension through IRS Free File.

Submit your completed tax extension form electronically to the IRS. Providing you meet the qualifying criteria, you’ll be automatically granted a six-month extension to file your 2020 tax return.

Submit your completed tax extension form electronically to the IRS. Providing you meet the qualifying criteria, you’ll be automatically granted a six-month extension to file your 2020 tax return.