Tax Return Filing Deadlines
Generally speaking, tax returns are usually due on April 15 of the following calendar year. So if you’re filing your taxes for the tax year 2021, you have until April 15, 2022 to file it. But tax preparers would recommend starting as early as possible to avoid late filing.
If you file your tax return electronically, it’s considered filed on time as long as the electronic postmark shows that it is filed within your deadline. The host system automatically adjusts to the date and time in your time zone.
If you file your tax returns by mail, it’s considered on time as long as the envelope is addressed correctly and postmarked by the filing due date. If you opt for a paper tax return, work with a timely tax preparation company to make sure it’s mailed on time.
Similarly, if you use a private delivery service to send your IRS tax return, the postmark date is whatever the delivery service marks on the mailing label.
