Massachusetts State Individual Tax Extension Filing Instructions
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Last modified 3/22/2023 1:25:14 AM EST |
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Individuals in Massachusetts are required to file a separate extension form to get an automatic 6 extra months to file the personal tax return.
Note: Filing an extension with the IRS does not count as filing an extension for Massachusetts.
Extension Form To Use
Form M-4868, Application for Automatic Six-Month Extension of Time to File Massachusetts Income Tax Return.
Due Date to file Massachusetts Tax Extension
|
Extension Form |
Actual Due Date | Extension Period |
|---|---|---|
| Form M-4868 | 15th day of the 4th month after the end of your tax year. | 6-month extension |
Massachusetts tax extension Filing Method (Paper/Electronic)
It supports both paper and electronic filing methods.
How to pay the state tax due?
You can pay your tax due using any of the following options:
- Electronic Funds Transfer (ACH Debit)
- Credit card
- Check
- Money Order
Does ExpressExtension support this State filing?
Yes, you can complete and file your Massachusetts 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?
If you meet both of the following requirements, you are not required to submit a tax extension application at all. The Massachusetts Commissioner of Revenue will grant an automatic 6-month tax extension:
• You owe zero Massachusetts income tax for the taxable year, or you’re due a state tax refund, you can get a Massachusetts extension without having to file anything with the state.
• You’ve paid 100% of your Massachusetts tax liability for that year (through withholding, estimated payments, or credits) by the original deadline of your return
To know more about the Massachusetts state personal tax extension, click here.