Massachusetts State Tax Extension
For taxpayers in Massachusetts who need additional time to file their individual income tax return, the Massachusetts Department of Revenue (DOR) offers an extension option. This extension allows filers to delay the due date of their Form 1 (Resident Income Tax Return) or Form 1-NR/PY (Nonresident/Part-Year Resident Income Tax Return) without penalty, provided they meet the requirements and file the appropriate extension form.
How to Request an Extension
- File Form M-4868, the Massachusetts Income Tax Extension Payment Worksheet and Voucher, by the original filing deadline (typically April 15).
- Complete the worksheet to calculate any estimated tax payment due with the extension request.
- Submit Form M-4868 along with any required payment to the Massachusetts Department of Revenue.
Important Details
- The extension grants additional time to file the return, but any tax owed must be paid by the original due date to avoid interest and penalties.
- Extensions are available for both resident and nonresident/part-year resident taxpayers.
- Even with an extension, taxpayers must still pay any estimated tax liability by the original deadline.
Where to File
If you are mailing your extension request, use the appropriate mailing label if available. If not, mail your Form M-4868 to:
Massachusetts Department of Revenue, PO Box 7003, Boston, MA 02204-7003.
Additional Resources
For more information on Massachusetts tax forms and extensions, visit the official DOR website or contact them directly:
- Website: mass.gov/dor/forms
- Phone: (617) 887-6367 or toll-free in Massachusetts at (800) 392-6089
Source:
Form M-4868 - Massachusetts Income Tax Extension Payment Worksheet and Voucher
Form 1 Instructions
Form 1-NR/PY Instructions
Disclaimer: Always verify information with official Federal or State Department of Revenue Forms and Instructions before filing.