Extension For Exempt Organization Returns That Needs More Time

Whether you’re filing tax forms for a nonprofit organization or a private foundation, we’ve got you covered
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Exempt Organizations

Exempt organizations that file Form 990/
990-PF/990-T

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                            Foundations

Private Foundations

Private Foundations & Nonprofit Trusts that file Form 990-PF.

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Nonprofits with Excise Taxes

Nonprofits & private foundations that file
Form 4720.

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Key Information Required for Filing Nonprofit Tax Extension Easily

Key Information Required for Filing Nonprofit Tax Extension Easily

To complete the Form 8868 online, you must provide the
following details:

01

Basic Organization Details

Provide the Name, EIN, and Address of the nonprofit or
tax-exempt organization you’re filing for.

02

Tax Form Selection

Specify which tax form (e.g., Form 990, 990-EZ, 990-PF) you are requesting an extension for.

03

Estimated Taxes Owed

Provide an estimate of any taxes owed, 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 1-877-829-5500.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Form 8868

What is IRS Form 8868?

  • Form 8868 is an extension form used by charities, nonprofit groups, and other tax-exempt organizations to obtain an automatic
    6-month extension for
    filing Form 990.
  • This extension is automatic, and you don't have to provide any reason to the IRS for requesting an extension.

Simply complete the IRS Form 8868 before the deadline to get an extension or
file Form 990-EZ, 990, & 990-PF with our sister
product Tax990.


When is the deadline to file Form 8868?

The deadline to file Form 8868 depends on the type of return you’re filing for an extension. For example, if you need an extension for 990 series forms, the deadline to file 8868 is May 15, 2025 (for calendar-year organizations). Find your 8868 Due Date.


What are all the forms whose deadlines can be extended using Form 8868?

You can extend the deadline for filing any of the following Forms using 8868.

  • Form 990 or Form 990-EZ
  • Form 990-PF
  • Form 990-T (For sec. 401(a) or 408(a) trust, other trusts, and Corporations)
  • Form 4720 (For individuals and other than an individual)
  • Form 1041-A
  • Form 5227
  • Form 6069
  • Form 8870 (Paper filing)
  • Form 5330 (individual and individual)

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