Tax payment dates varied by act. ... The filing deadline for individuals was March 1 in 1913 (the first year of a federal income tax), and was changed to March 15 in 1918 and again to April 15 in 1955. Today, the deadline remains April 15, unless it conflicts with on a weekend or a holiday.

Has Tax Day been extended?

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. ... If you need more time than the May 17 or June 15 deadlines, you can file for an extension to Oct. 15 with Form 4868.

Has Tax Day been extended for 2021?

The federal tax filing deadline for 2020 taxes has been automatically extended to May 17, 2021. ... First and second quarter estimated tax payment deadlines are still April 15, 2021 and June 15, 2021.