The 2023 tax year is coming to a wrap, and the 2022 tax season still has some important deadlines remaining. It’s time to start preparing your 2023 tax return, as well as keep up with important deadlines coming up for the 2022 tax year. There are many important dates to remember. Here’s every important tax filing deadline for filing your 2022 and 2023 taxes.

Note: This page contains important dates and deadlines for both the 2022 and 2023 tax years. The 2022 tax year is presented first, and the 2023 tax year is presented below, further down the page. For a list of all tax deadlines set by the IRS, refer to IRS Publication 509 for the 2022 tax year and IRS Publication 509 for the 2023 tax year (The 2023 tax year deadline dates listed are still in draft status, meaning that changes may still be made. This page will be kept updated with any changes).

2022 tax year

When are taxes due for the 2022 tax year?

The deadline for filing your 2022 taxes was the federal tax filing deadline, April 18, 2023. This was also the last day you could file for a six-month extension.

The federal tax filing deadline usually falls on April 15 of each year. If the date falls on a weekend or holiday, it gets pushed to the following weekday. In 2023, April 15 was a Saturday and the following Monday was a federal holiday, so it got pushed to April 18.

Different return methods have different deadlines

  • If you filed a paper return: The IRS will consider your return on time if you mailed it by the due date of April 18, 2023. The return must have been correctly addressed with enough postage, and postmarked.
  • If you filed an electronic return: The IRS will consider your return on time if you electronically submitted your return by April 18, 2023. Your local time zone will be used to determine the time and date it was submitted.

Also read: Tax Brackets and Federal Income Tax Rates

When are 2022 taxes due if I requested an extension?

If you requested a tax extension by filing Form 4868 by April 18, 2023, your extended return date is October 16, 2023. A tax deadline extension does not give you more time to pay your tax bill, it only gives you more time to file. The IRS expects you to pay your tax bill in full by April 18, 2023. Any amount owing after the deadline is subject to interest and penalties.

What if I don’t know how much I need to pay yet?

The IRS will accept an estimation of your owed tax payments. As long as you pay at least 90% of your actual tax liability, interest and penalties may be waived.

What happens if I miss the deadline?

If you miss the tax filing deadline and do not file for an extension, you’ll incur penalties and interest. The late-filing penalty is usually around 5% of the amount owed for every month that it is late, up to a maximum of 25% of your tax bill. On top of the late-filing penalty, the amount owed will also accrue interest. You may also miss out on tax refunds owed to you, if you any year’s tax return is not filed for longer than 3 years.

2022 tax year deadlines for individuals

DeadlinesWhat’s Due?Details
Dec 31, 2022Deadline to file an election for solo 401kIf you want to make a contribution to your solo 401k for the 2022 tax year, you must file an election by December 31, 2022.
Jan 16, 2023Deadline for Q4 estimated tax paymentIf you’re self-employed and make quarterly estimated tax payments, this is the due date for your 2022 final quarterly payment using Form 1040-ES.
Jan 31, 2023Deadline for employers to send out W-2 formsEmployers are required to send out W-2 forms to employees by January 31.
Jan 31, 2023Deadline for several 1099 formsThe 1099 form and several different versions of the form must be sent by January 31.
Feb 15, 2023Deadline to reclaim exemptions from withholdingIf you filed a Form W-4 last year, and would like to file an exemption request, the deadline is February 15.
Apr 3, 2023Deadline to take first RMD paymentIf you turned 73 years old in 2022, you would need to take your first required minimum distribution (RMD) by April 3, this year.
Apr 18, 2023Federal tax filing deadlineIndividuals must file Form 1040 or Form 1040-SR (for seniors) and pay any taxes due by the federal tax filing deadline.
Apr 18, 2023Deadline to make solo 401k contributionsAfter filing your solo 401k election by December 31 of last year, you must make the contribution into your account by April 18.
Apr 18, 2023Deadline to file Form 4868 and request an extensionThe federal tax filing deadline is also the last day to file Form 4868. If you cannot file by this date, you must file for an extension instead, which would give you an additional 6 months – until October 16, 2023.
Apr 18, 2023Deadline to make IRA and HSA contributionsThe federal tax filing deadline is the last day you can make contributions to your IRA or HSA for 2022.
Apr 18, 2023Q1 2023 estimated tax payments dueIf you make estimated tax payments, April 18 is the deadline for making your Q1 estimated tax payment using Form 1040-ES.
Jun 15, 2023Q2 2023 estimated tax payments dueIf you make estimated tax payments, June 15 is the deadline for making your Q2 estimated tax payment using Form 1040-ES.
Sep 15, 2023Q3 2023 estimated tax payments dueIf you make estimated tax payments, September 15 is the deadline for making your Q3 estimated tax payment using Form 1040-ES.
Oct 16, 2023Deadline to file extended tax returnsIf you filed for an extension for your 2022 tax return, the extended deadline date is October 16.
Dec 31, 2023Deadline to take your regular RMDIf you’re over 73 years old, after your first RMD, all future RMD payments must be taken by December 31 of each year. If you turn 73 years of age in 2023, you have until April 1, 2024 to take your first RMD.
Jan 15, 2024Q4 2023 estimated tax payments dueIf you make estimated tax payments, January 15, 2024 is the deadline for making your final Q4 estimated tax payment for 2023 using Form 1040-ES.

2022 tax year deadlines for businesses

DeadlinesWhat’s Due?Details
Dec 31, 2022Deadline to file an election for solo 401kIf you want to make a contribution to your solo 401k for the 2022 tax year, you must file an election by December 31, 2022.
Jan 16, 2023Deadline for Q4 estimated tax paymentIf your business makes quarterly estimated tax payments, this is the due date for your 2022 final quarterly payment using Form 1040-ES.
Jan 31, 2023Deadline for employers to send out W-2 formsEmployers are required to send out W-2 forms to employees by January 31.
Jan 31, 2023Deadline for several 1099 formsThe 1099 form and several different versions of the form must be sent by January 31.
Mar 15, 2023Taxes due for partnerships, multi-member LLCs, and S-corpsIf your business structure is a partnership, multi-member LLC, or S-corp, you must file Form 1065 or 1120S by March 15 if you use the calendar year. If your business uses a fiscal year, your return is due by the 15th day of the third month after the end of your fiscal year.
Apr 18, 2023Taxes due for C-corpsIf your business structure is a C-corp, you must file Form 1120 by April 18 if you use the calendar year. If your business uses a fiscal year, your return is due by the 15th day of the third month after the end of your fiscal year.
Apr 18, 2023Q1 2023 estimated tax payments dueIf your business makes estimated tax payments, April 18 is the deadline for making your Q1 estimated tax payment using Form 1040-ES.
Jun 15, 2023Q2 2023 estimated tax payments dueIf your business makes estimated tax payments, June 15 is the deadline for making your Q2 estimated tax payment using Form 1040-ES.
Sep 15, 2023Q3 2023 estimated tax payments dueIf your business makes estimated tax payments, September 15 is the deadline for making your Q3 estimated tax payment using Form 1040-ES.
Sep 15, 2023Deadline to file extended tax returns (for partnerships and S-corps)If your business structure is a partnership or S-corp, and you filed for an extension for your 2022 tax return, the extended deadline date is September 15.
Oct 16, 2023Deadline to file extended contribution deadline for SEP IRA, SIMPLE IRA, and Solo 401kIf you filed for a six-month extension for your solo 401k contribution deadline, this is the last day to make your final contribution to these plans.
Oct 16, 2023Deadline to file extended tax returns (for C-corps)If your business structure is a C-corp, and you filed for an extension for your 2022 tax return, the extended deadline date is October 16.
Dec 31, 2023Deadline to file your solo 401k electionIf you want to make contributions to your solo 401k for 2022, you would need to file an election by December 31.
Jan 15, 2024Q4 2023 estimated tax payments dueIf your business makes estimated tax payments, January 15, 2024 is the deadline for making your final Q4 estimated tax payment for 2023.

2023 tax year

When are taxes due for the 2023 tax year?

For tax filings for the 2023 tax year, the federal tax filing deadline is April 15, 2024. Residents of Maine and Massachusetts have until April 17, 2024 due to state holidays. This deadline is also the last day to file for an extension.

  • If you file a paper return: The IRS will consider your return on time if you mail it by the due date of April 15, 2024. The return must be correctly addressed with enough postage, and postmarked.
  • If you file an electronic return: The IRS will consider your return on time if you electronically submit your return by April 15, 2024. Your local time zone will be used to determine the time and date it is submitted.

When are 2023 taxes due if I requested an extension?

If you request a tax extension by filing Form 4868 by April 15, 2024, your extended return date will be October 15, 2024. A tax deadline extension does not give you more time to pay your tax bill, it only gives you more time to file. The IRS expects you to pay your tax bill in full by April 15, 2024. Any amount owing after the deadline is subject to interest and penalties.

2023 tax year deadlines for individuals

DeadlinesWhat’s Due?Details
Dec 31, 2023Deadline to file an election for solo 401kIf you want to make a contribution to your solo 401k for the 2023 tax year, you must open your account (if you don’t already have one) and file an election by December 31, 2023.
Jan 16, 2024Deadline for Q4 estimated tax paymentIf you’re self-employed and make quarterly estimated tax payments, this is the due date for your 2023 final quarterly payment. Use Form 1040-ES.
Jan 31, 2024Deadline for employers to send out W-2 formsEmployers are required to send out W-2 forms to employees by January 31.
Jan 31, 2024Deadline for several 1099 formsThe 1099 form and several different versions of the form must be sent by January 31.
Feb 15, 2024Deadline to reclaim exemptions from withholdingIf you filed a Form W-4 last year, and would like to file an exemption request, you must file a new Form W-4 by February 15 to continue your exemption for another year.
Apr 1, 2024Deadline to take first RMD paymentIf you turned 73 years old in 2023, you would need to take your first required minimum distribution (RMD) by April 1, this year.
Apr 15, 2024Federal tax filing deadlineIndividuals must file Form 1040 or Form 1040-SR (for seniors) and pay any taxes due by the federal tax filing deadline.
Apr 15, 2024Deadline to make solo 401k contributionsAfter filing your election by December 31 of last year, you must make the contribution into your account by April 18.
Apr 15, 2024Deadline to file Form 4868 and request an extensionThe federal tax filing deadline is also the last day to file Form 4868. If you cannot file by this date, you must file for an extension instead, which would give you an additional 6 months – until October 15, 2024.
Apr 15, 2024Deadline to make IRA and HSA contributionsThe federal tax filing deadline is the last day you can make contributions to your IRA or HSA for 2023.
Apr 15, 2024Q1 2024 estimated tax payments dueIf you make estimated tax payments, April 15 is the deadline for making your Q1 estimated tax payment using Form 1040-ES.
Jun 17, 2024Q2 2024 estimated tax payments dueIf you make estimated tax payments, June 17 is the deadline for making your Q2 estimated tax payment using Form 1040-ES.
Sep 16, 2024Q3 2024 estimated tax payments dueIf you make estimated tax payments, September 16 is the deadline for making your Q3 estimated tax payment using Form 1040-ES.
Oct 15, 2024Deadline to file extended tax returnsIf you filed for an extension to return your Form 1040 or Form 1040-SR (for seniors) for your 2023 tax return, the extended deadline date is October 15, 2024.
Dec 31, 2024Deadline to take your regular RMDIf you’re over 73 years old, after your first RMD, all future RMD payments must be taken by December 31 of each year. If you turn 73 years of age in 2024, you have until April 1, 2025 to take your first RMD.
Jan 15, 2025Q4 2024 estimated tax payments dueIf you make estimated tax payments, January 15, 2025 is the deadline for making your final Q4 estimated tax payment for 2024.

2023 tax year deadlines for businesses

DeadlinesWhat’s Due?Details
Dec 31, 2023Deadline to file an election for solo 401kIf you want to make a contribution to your solo 401k for the 2023 tax year, you must open your solo 401k plan (if you don’t already have one) and file an election by December 31, 2023.
Jan 16, 2024Deadline for Q4 estimated tax paymentIf your business makes quarterly estimated tax payments, this is the due date for your 2023 final quarterly payment using Form 1040-ES.
Jan 31, 2024Deadline for employers to send out W-2 formsEmployers are required to send out W-2 forms to employees by January 31.
Jan 31, 2024Deadline for several 1099 formsThe 1099 form and several different versions of the form must be sent by January 31.
Mar 15, 2024Taxes due for partnerships, multi-member LLCs, and S-corpsIf your business structure is a partnership, multi-member LLC, or S-corp, you must file Form 1065 or 1120S by March 15 if you use the calendar year. If your business uses a fiscal year, your return is due by the 15th day of the third month after the end of your fiscal year.
Apr 15, 2024Taxes due for C-corpsIf your business structure is a C-corp, you must file Form 1120 by April 15 if you use the calendar year. If your business uses a fiscal year, your return is due by the 15th day of the third month after the end of your fiscal year.
Apr 15, 2024Q1 2024 estimated tax payments dueIf your business makes estimated tax payments, April 15 is the deadline for making your Q1 estimated tax payment using Form 1040-ES.
Jun 17, 2024Q2 2024 estimated tax payments dueIf your business makes estimated tax payments, June 17 is the deadline for making your Q2 estimated tax payment using Form 1040-ES.
Sep 16, 2024Q3 2024 estimated tax payments dueIf your business makes estimated tax payments, September 16 is the deadline for making your Q3 estimated tax payment using Form 1040-ES.
Sep 16, 2024Deadline to file extended tax returns (for partnerships and S-corps)If your business structure is a partnership or S-corp, and you filed for an extension for your 2022 tax return, the extended deadline date is September 16.
Oct 15, 2024Deadline to file extended contribution deadline for SEP IRA, SIMPLE IRA, and Solo 401kIf you filed for a six-month extension for your solo 401k contribution deadline, this is the last day to make your final contribution to these plans.
Oct 15, 2024Deadline to file extended tax returns (for C-corps)If your business structure is a C-corp, and you filed for an extension for your 2022 tax return, the extended deadline date is October 15.
Dec 31, 2024Deadline to file your solo 401k electionIf you want to make contributions to your solo 401k for 2024, you would need to file an election by December 31.
Jan 15, 2025Q4 2024 estimated tax payments dueIf your business makes estimated tax payments, January 15, 2025 is the deadline for making your final Q4 estimated tax payment for 2024 using Form 1040-ES.