Running late on your nonprofit tax filing this year? Relax! TaxZerone is here to guide you. Learn all about Extension Form 8868 by reading on!

For various reasons, you may need extra time to file your tax return beyond the regular May 15th deadline. The good news is that the IRS provides an automatic 6-month extension to file your return using TaxZerone, as long as you request it by the regular due date using Form 8868.  

What Is Form 8868?

Form 8868 is the Application for Automatic Extension of Time to File an Exempt Organization Return. It allows you to request an additional 6 months to file your return. However, this extension is only for filing the return itself – any taxes owed are still due by the original May 15th deadline.

Who Needs to File Form 8868?

Most tax-exempt organizations like charities, nonprofits, and foundations are required to file an annual return (Form 990 series).

When is the Deadline? 

• For most nonprofits (Forms 990, 990-EZ, and 990-PF): File Form 8868 by May 15th if your accounting period ends on December 31st (calendar year).

• For nonprofits that have unrelated business income (Form 990-T): File Form 8868 by May 15th for most organizations with a calendar year accounting period.

Remember, this form Extends the time to file, not to pay any taxes owed.

How to E-File Form 8868 Using TaxZerone

The easiest way to E-file your Form 8868 is by using TaxZerone’s simple online software. For just $14.99, you can quickly complete and e-file Form 8868 in 3 easy steps taking less than 5 minutes.

1. Go to your TaxZerone account dashboard.
2. Choose “Extension Forms” and select “Form 8868.”
3. Enter your organization name, EIN and address.
4. Select the Form code for the extension request.
5. Review the form thoroughly for any errors.
6. Make the payment and submit the extension request.

By filing Form 8868 on time, your extended due date will be 6 months after your original due date. So for a calendar year filer, instead of May 15th, your return won’t be due until November 15th. Just be sure to file your actual return by the extended due date.

Did you E-file Form 8868 with TaxZerone during the previous tax year? 

TaxZerone has an exclusive feature called Click2File for users  who previously e-filed with them. 

If you e-filed Form 8868 through TaxZerone last year, Click2File allows you to:

• Complete your current tax filing in just seconds, with no need for manual data entry.

• With Click2File, one click does it all! It moves all your old tax info to your new return, all by itself, instantly.

What types of forms are eligible for extension in TaxZerone?

Forms	Description
01-Form 990 or Form 990-EZ	Used by charities to report their finances to the IRS.
03-Form 4720 (individual)	For individuals paying certain taxes related to charities or retirement accounts.
04-Form 990-PF	Specifically for private foundations to report finances.
05-Form 990-T	Used by tax-exempt groups to report money earned from unrelated business activities.
06-Form 990-T (trust other than above)	Similar to Form 990-T but for certain kinds of trusts.
07-Form 990-T (corporation)	Another version of Form 990-T but for certain types of companies.
08-Form 1041-A	For certain types of trusts or estates to report their income to the IRS.
09-Form 4720	Used for special taxes on certain activities conducted by nonprofits.
10-Form 5227	Used by certain trusts to report their taxes to the IRS.
11-Form 6069	Used by certain tax-exempt orgs to pay special taxes to the IRS.
12-Form 8870	Used by nonprofits to pay taxes related to their lobbying activities.
13-Form 5330 (individual)	Reports taxes related to certain employee benefit plans for individuals.
14-Form 5330 (other than individual)	Used for special taxes related to employee benefits in some cases.

Don’t let the tax deadline sneak up on you! Request your 6-month extension today by e-filing Form 8868 with TaxZerone®, an IRS-authorized E-file service provider. TaxZerone’s user-friendly platform, with features like Click2File, ensures a smooth tax season.

Also read: The Easy Way to File: Form 990-EZ E-Filing Made Simple