The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has extended the deadline for US taxpayers residing abroad, including military personnel on duty outside the US, to file their 2024 federal income tax returns.
The new deadline, set for June 16, considers the standard two-month extension from the usual April 15 deadline, adjusted due to June 15 being a Sunday in 2025.
Eligibility for the automatic extension to file applies to those whose primary residence or business is outside the US and Puerto Rico, as well as those in military or naval service stationed abroad.
Taxpayers must attach a statement to their return to indicate their eligibility.
Those unable to meet the June 16 deadline can request an additional extension to October 15, 2025, using electronic options provided by the IRS or by mailing Form 4868.
However, IRS said an extension to file does not equate to an extension to pay adding that interest will accrue on any tax payments for 2024 received after 15 April.
Payments can be made electronically through various IRS platforms, including IRS Online Account, IRS Direct Pay, and the Electronic Federal Tax Payment System (EFTPS).
For taxpayers without a US bank account, direct transfers to the IRS are possible, it added.
Alternative payment methods such as debit cards, credit cards, and digital wallets are also available, although service providers may charge fees.
Military members stationed abroad or in combat zones during tax season may qualify for additional extensions.
Taxpayers in areas affected by attacks, such as Israel, Gaza, and the West Bank, have a filing and payment deadline of September 30, 2025.
IRS sought individuals with foreign financial accounts exceeding an aggregate value of $10,000 in 2024 are required to file Form 114, Report of Foreign Bank and Financial Accounts (FBAR), with the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN).
Last week, IRS' probationary employees, who were previously laid off by the US government and then reinstated, were reportedly asked to return to the office by 23 May.
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