Individual taxpayers can file Form 4868 to request a 6-month extension for submitting their personal income tax returns. This extension applies to commonly used forms, including Form 1040 ...
individual tax filers can use IRS Free File to request an extension electronically. If you prefer to mail a paper version of the extension, called form 4868, make sure it's postmarked no later ...
you can file for an extension by completing Form 4868 by April 15. This gives you an additional six months, to Wednesday, Oct. 15, to complete your tax return, according to the Consumer Financial ...