If you know you will not be able to file by October 15th and need more time, you can request an extension until December 15th.

👉To do this, you must send a written letter to the IRS BEFORE the October 15th deadline.

Once the letter has been written and mailed to the IRS, do not expect to receive any confirmation that it was received. You will be in the unknown unless you take the proper precautions. When you go to mail it, request a signature upon delivery for proof that the letter has been received. Even though you may lack confirmation, it is still incredibly important for tax filing.

When you submit your US tax return, attach a copy of your extension request letter to form 1040 and write “Taxpayer Abroad” on the form.

🦅 MyExpatTaxes has provided an example letter you can send to the IRS on our homepage!

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