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Form 8868 is used by exempt organizations and related entities that require additional time to file their IRS returns.
Nonprofits, charities, and 501(c) organizations filing Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-T.
Private foundations and charitable trusts that are required to file Form 990-PF
Entities and individuals filing Form 4720 for excise taxes on prohibited transactions
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To complete your Form 8868 filing, have these details ready:
Organization Information
Name, EIN, and address of the tax-exempt organization.
Return Type
Select the form you’re requesting an extension for—Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF.
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Enter any expected tax liability, if applicable.
Important: The information you provide must exactly match the IRS’s records. To verify your organization’s details, you may contact the IRS at 877-829-5500.
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Simply complete the IRS Form 8868 before the deadline to get an extension or file Form 990-EZ, 990, & 990-PF.
The deadline to file Form 8868 depends on the type of return you are requesting an extension for. For Form 990 series returns, calendar-year organizations must file Form 8868 by May 15, 2026.
You can easily determine your specific due date based on your filing requirements and ensure you submit the extension on time to avoid penalties. Find your 8868 Due Date.
Yes, Form 8868 can be filed either electronically or on paper. However, the IRS recommends e-filing of 8868 for quicker processing.
If you are requesting an extension for Form 8870, you must file Form 8868 by paper.
Form 8868 can be used to request an extension for the following returns:
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