Question 1

The IRS has rejected my extension for late filing. can I know the exact time of the extension filed?

Accepted Answer

To know the time when you transmitted your return, click the 'Fix Error' button found against the rejected return on the dashboard.

Question 2

Why was my return rejected as a duplicate?

Accepted Answer

The IRS rejected your return because they already received a filing containing your EIN/SSN for the tax year.

Question 3

By when should I paper file the 7004/8868 extension when I couldn't e-file my rejected extension?

Accepted Answer

The IRS considers it as timely filed only when the paper extension is postmarked by the later of the due date for extension or 5 calendar days.

Question 4

What happens when my extension gets rejected and the deadline passes?

Accepted Answer

In this case, you have 5 days from the original transmission date to correct and re-transmit the extension.

Question 5

I need to discuss my extension with the IRS. What information should I provide to discuss the return?

Accepted Answer

You need to share the Submission ID and the electronic postmark that you find in the acceptance letter.

Question 6

Should I submit my extension if I have not heard back from the IRS by midnight on the deadline?

Accepted Answer

The IRS considers the timestamp of the mail to IRS on the completed form 4868 as the date of submission.

Question 7

The IRS has rejected my extension. What should I do next?

Accepted Answer

The next step would be to correct the errors and re-transmit the return.

Question 8

Can I use the information on the previous year's return to file extension for the current year?

Accepted Answer

If you have filed an extension with us before that was accepted by the IRS, you can easily pull up the business information and follow a few simple steps to complete your return.

Question 9

Can corporations, partnerships, and tax-exempt companies paper file if e-filed 7704/8868 gets rejected?

Accepted Answer

At first, they must request a waiver by contacting the e-help Desk (1-866-255-0654) and make attempts to resolve the rejected errors.

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