Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the federal government extended this year’s federal income tax filing deadline from April 15, 2021, to May 17, 2021. In addition the IRS further extended the deadline for Texas, Oklahoma and Louisiana residents to June 15. These extensions are automatic and applies to filing and payments.

What month does income tax end?

Individuals are subject to a calendar tax year beginning Jan. 1 and ending Dec. 31. Tax returns in the U.S. are usually due on April 15 of the following year covering the calendar year period.

When does tax season start for the IRS?

This year’s tax season begins later than usual to allow the IRS to do critical programming and testing of the agency’s systems. Specific dates for tax season are typically officially announced early each year, though taxpayers can certainly expect tax season to start sometime in late January and last until April every year.

When does the 2020 tax season start and end?

Tax season 2020 begins January 27, 2020, the IRS announced in early 2020. This is the date when the IRS will begin processing returns. Specific dates for tax season are typically officially announced early each year, though taxpayers can certainly expect it to start sometime in late January and last until April every year.

When is the last day to file taxes?

The last day to file taxes, also called Tax Day, is generally April 15. For tax season 2020, Tax Day will likely fall on Wednesday, April 15, though the IRS has yet to announce official dates for 2020. All 2019 tax returns will be due on Tax Day, unless a tax-filing extension request has been submitted.

Is the tax season the best or the worst?

Tax season can easily be described as both the best of times and the worst of times. Some taxpayers may start preparing for a sizable tax refund —and others may come to the frightening realization that they’ll owe money.