WASHINGTON — The Treasury Department and Internal Revenue Service announced today that the federal income tax filing due date for individuals for the 2020 tax year will be automatically extended from April 15, 2021, to May 17, 2021. The IRS will be providing formal guidance in the coming days.

Will the 2021 tax deadline be extended again?

The new federal tax filing deadline is automatic, so you don't need to file for an extension unless you need more time to file after May 17, 2021. If you file for an extension, you'll have until October 15, 2021 to file your taxes.

Has the 2020 tax filing deadline changed?

The filing deadline for tax returns has been extended from April 15 to July 15, 2020. The IRS urges taxpayers who are owed a refund to file as quickly as possible.