The deadline for most people to file their 2024 federal tax return is April 15, 2025. Some Americans have a different due date, however, and state filing deadlines are all over the place.
Here are all the tax deadlines for 2025, plus when you need to file if you get an extension and when you should expect your refund.
When are taxes due?
Tax season starts the day the IRS begins accepting returns, typically in late January. For most people, the last chance to file a 2024 federal tax return will be Tuesday, April 15, 2025, at midnight local time.
Residents and businesses in parts of the country declared FEMA disaster areas may have more time, however.
When are state taxes due?
Alaska, Florida, Nevada, New Hampshire, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Washington and Wyoming don’t collect state income taxes. For most states that do, the deadline is April 15, 2025, at midnight local time.
The following states have different due dates:
- Hawaii: April 20, 2025
- Delaware: April 30, 2025
- Iowa: April 30, 2025
- Virginia: May 1, 2025
- Louisiana: May 15, 2025
For more information, consult with your state Department of Revenue.
When will I get my refund?
If you file your federal return electronically and are due a refund, the IRS says you can generally expect it within 21 days.
E-filing and setting up direct deposit will help you get your money faster, according to the agency. If there is an issue with your return or if you filed a paper return, it may take longer.
One of the fastest ways to get a refund is with an online tax-filing program: TurboTax’s basic edition accepts Form 1040 and limited tax credits. The company claims 37% of filers are eligible to use it for free but if you itemize your deductions, TurboTax Deluxe Online can be used for both federal returns and state filing and it crosschecks more than 350 deductions and credits to see if you qualify.
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Costs may vary depending on the plan selected – click “Learn More” for details
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Free version
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Mobile app
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Live support
Available with some pricing and filing options
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H&R Block’s free online edition is also suited for simple returns, though it will process unemployment compensation and retirement income. If you need to itemize your deductions or report self-employment taxes, you’ll want the paid deluxe edition, which comes with help from both live experts and H&R Block’s AI tax assistant.
A Refund Advance Loan from H&R Block can make up to $3,500 available the same day you file, with no loan fees or interest.
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Costs may vary depending on the plan selected (Free Online, Deluxe, Premium, or Self-Employed) – click “Learn More” for details
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Yes (for simple returns only)
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When is the deadline to file a tax extension?
The deadline to file a tax extension is April 15, 2025. That will give you until Oct. 15, 2025, to submit your paperwork. You still need to make an estimated payment by Tax Day, however.
To request an extension, you’ll want to file an online or paper version of IRS Form 4868. You can also just submit some or all of the money you owe and indicate it’s for an extension.
Each state has a different process for requesting a tax extension for state returns. Many, including California and Illinois, offer an automatic six-month extension.
| IRS Direct File available | mid-January 2025 |
| Tax filing season begins | late January 2025 |
| Deadline to receive W-2 and 1099 forms | Jan. 31, 2025 |
| Federal tax filing deadline | April 15, 2025 |
| Tax extension deadline | Oct.15, 2025 |
FAQs
Which states can use the IRS’ Direct File system?
For the 2025 tax filing season, the availability of Direct File has doubled to 24 states: Alaska, Arizona, California, Connecticut, Florida, Idaho, Kansas, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, Oregon, Pennsylvania, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Washington, Wisconsin and Wyoming. You must meet income requirements and be filing a simple return.
When will I get my tax refund?
The IRS typically issues refunds within 21 days of receiving an online return, so long as there are no mistakes or issues. If you file a paper return, however, it could take up to eight weeks. In 2025, the IRS nearly doubled the number of states that residents can use its free Direct File system to submit online.
When are taxes due if I file an extension?
If you file for an extension, you have until Oct. 15, 2025, to file your taxes without a penalty. You still have to make an estimated payment of any taxes you owe by the April 15 due date, however. An extension just gives you more time to submit your paperwork.
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