The tax deadline in 2021 is May 17. If you need to make an estimated tax payment for the first quarter, that payment was due on April 15, though. What if I can't get my taxes done by the filing deadline? If you request a tax extension by May 17, you can have until October 15 to file your taxes.

At what point do I have to pay taxes?

You must file a 2018 return if: You had more than $1,050 of unearned income (typically from investments). You had more than $12,000 of earned income (typically from a job or self-employment activity). Your gross income was more than the larger of $1,050 or earned income up to $11,650 plus $350.

How much do you have to make to pay taxes?

The minimum income amount depends on your filing status and age. In 2020, for example, the minimum for single filing status if under age 65 is $12,400. If your income is below that threshold, you generally do not need to file a federal tax return.