If you live in an area impacted by natural disasters in 2023, you may be eligible for an extension on your federal tax filing deadline. The IRS has provided relief to residents of numerous states who were affected by severe weather events.
Here’s a breakdown of the states with extended deadlines:
- Alaska: Residents of the Wrangell Cooperative Association of Alaska Tribal Nation impacted by storms, landslides, and mudslides have until July 15, 2024 to file and pay federal taxes.
- Arkansas: Taxpayers in designated counties affected by severe weather receive an extension until November 1, 2024.
- California: Residents of designated counties impacted by various weather events have until June 17, 2024 to file and pay federal taxes.
- Connecticut: Same as California, residents in designated counties affected by weather events have an extended deadline of June 17, 2024.
- Iowa: Similar to Arkansas, taxpayers in designated counties affected by severe weather have an extension until November 1, 2024.
- Kentucky: Kentuckians in designated counties impacted by severe weather also qualify for an extension until November 1, 2024.
- Maine: Residents in designated counties affected by weather events in Maine have an extended deadline of June 17, 2024.
- Rhode Island: Similar to Maine and California, residents in designated counties affected by weather events have an extension until June 17, 2024.
- Tennessee: Tennesseans in designated counties affected by storms and tornadoes have until June 17, 2024 to file and pay federal taxes.
- Texas: Taxpayers in designated counties affected by severe weather in Texas receive an extension until November 1, 2024.
- Washington: Residents of designated counties impacted by weather events in Washington have an extended deadline of June 17, 2024.
Important Reminders
- To qualify for the extension, you must have an address of record in the federally declared disaster zone.
- The extensions apply to filing federal tax returns and making tax payments. Estimated tax payments may also be extended in some cases.
- Penalties for late filing or late payment may be waived for specific periods.
Finding More Information
- The IRS website provides the most up-to-date information on tax relief for disaster victims: https://www.irs.gov/newsroom/tax-relief-in-disaster-situations
- If you have questions and reside or have a business outside the disaster area, contact the IRS disaster hotline at 1-866-562-5227.
Remember, this information pertains to federal tax return deadlines. Some states may offer additional relief on state taxes. It’s always a good idea to check with your state’s tax agency for details.
While tax deadlines might be extended, it’s still wise to file your taxes as soon as possible, especially if you are expecting a refund.