Georgia State Individual Tax Extension Filing Instructions
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Individuals residing in Georgia are granted an automatic 6-month extension of time to file the state tax return if having an approved federal extension.

If you do not have a federal extension, file a separate extension form on or before the due date of the return to get an automatic six-month extension of time to file Form 500.

Extension Form To Use

Form IT-303, Application for Extension of Time For Filing State Income Tax Returns

Due Date to file Georgia Tax Extension

Georgia tax extension Filing Method (Paper/Electronic) 

It supports both paper and electronic filing options.

How to pay the state tax due? 

You can pay the tax due by using any of the following options:

• Pay through Mail
• Pay Electronically

1. Credit Card Payments
2. Request a Payment Plan using GTC - Instructions
3. Quick Payments using GTC - Instructions 

Does ExpressExtension support this State filing?  

Yes, you can complete and file your Georgia Individual tax extension Form with ExpressExtension in minutes. Our application validates your form by performing an internal audit to check for errors. Once complete, all you need to do is print your form and mail it to the address we provide.  Please Note: An extension to file doesn’t mean more time to pay, if you owe any tax due, make your tax payment by the original due date of your state return to avoid late payment penalties. 

Any Special Requirements

• You must mail Form IT-303 before the statutory return due date and attach a copy to the return when filed. The state will notify you only if your extension request is denied.
• Also, attach a copy of Federal Form 4868 or the IRS confirmation letter (if you request a Federal extension electronically) to the Georgia return when filed.

For more detailed information on Georgia's personal tax extension, click here.