To prepare for Tax Year 2023 filing season, the IRS will shut down 1040 MeF submissions until late January 2024. This affects all Form 1040 federal returns, as well as state returns e-filed under the MeF fed/state program.
If you have a balance due return where interest and penalties will continue to accrue, or where credits or refunds may miss deadlines, you should file as soon as you can, even if that means filing on paper.
If, as a preparer, you're required to e-file returns, include a Form 8948 with the paper return. Select checkbox 6c and enter text that e-file was closed for the season.
FAQs
To prepare for Tax Year 2023 filing season, the IRS will shut down 1040 MeF submissions until late January 2024. This affects all Form 1040 federal returns, as well as state returns e-filed under the MeF fed/state program.
What time is the IRS e-file cut off? ›
E-Filing for all 2020 returns will be shut down on 12/20/2023 at 6 PM PST. Tax year 2021 and 2022 individual returns will not be able to be e-filed during the shut down but will resume when the IRS re-opens for the tax year 2023 filing season.
How do I file when efile is shut down? ›
If you want to file during the shutdown, you'll need to paper file. If you transmit a 1040 Individual e-file to us, we'll send a rejection. Once the IRS is open for e-filing, you can e-file again.
How long can you electronically file a tax return? ›
Can I file electronically after April 15? Yes, electronically filed tax returns are accepted until November. The specific cutoff date in November is typically announced in October in the QuickAlerts Library.
Is there a deadline to efile taxes? ›
E-Filing - Submission Deadline. How can we help? The filing deadline for tax year 2023 Federal 1040 tax returns is April 15th. Federal tax returns filed by midnight April 15, 2024, will be considered timely filed by the IRS.
Is the tax deadline at midnight? ›
The deadline for most taxpayers to file a federal tax return was Monday, April 15, 2024, at midnight local time.
Why can't I file my taxes electronically? ›
Returns can't be e-filed if they: Contain overrides. Have no taxable income. Contain a W-2 where box 1 is blank or the box 16 amount is greater than the box 1 amount.
Is the e-file shutdown in 2024? ›
To prepare for Tax Year 2023 filing season, the IRS will shut down 1040 MeF submissions until late January 2024. This affects all Form 1040 federal returns, as well as state returns e-filed under the MeF fed/state program.
What is the grace period for IRS e-file rejection? ›
If you receive a rejection of your e-filed return by the day after the filing deadline (usually April 15), the IRS gives you a rejection grace period of five days to refile a timely filed rejected return.
Can you electronically file past due tax returns? ›
Some benefits of filing through Modernized e-File (MeF) are: Year Round Filing – Returns filed through MeF can be submitted year round. Prior Year Returns – MeF allows filing of prior year 1040 returns.
Yes, you can file an original Form 1040 series tax return electronically using any filing status. Filing your return electronically is faster, safer, and more accurate than mailing your tax return because it's transmitted electronically to the IRS computer systems.
Can I file taxes from 2 years ago online? ›
The IRS does not allow electronic filing for prior year returns through self-preparation websites. You must print, sign, and mail prior year returns.
Is there a time limit to file tax return? ›
Key Takeaways. The federal tax return filing deadline for tax year 2023 is April 15, 2024. If you can't file on time, you should file an extension by the tax deadline.
What happens if you file your taxes late but don't owe anything? ›
Californians who don't owe money to the government usually won't face penalties if they file their taxes late. However, the later you file your taxes, the more time it will take before you see your return. If you wait too long, the government may simply absorb your unclaimed refund, leaving you with nothing.
What IRS forms cannot be filed electronically? ›
In addition, some Forms 1040, 1040-A, 1040-EZ, and 1041 cannot be e-filed if they have attached forms, schedules, or documents that IRS does not accept electronically.
What is the latest time you can file taxes? ›
Most years, the answer to “what day is tax day?” is April 15, unless there is an exception. We'll go over all those nuances in this article.
How long does it take for the IRS to accept your efile? ›
The IRS follows a very detailed process when handling tax returns and issuing tax refunds. If you're filing electronically, the first step is for them to accept your return, which usually happens within 24-48 hours.
What time of day does IRS update refund status? ›
Updates to refund status are made once a day — usually at night. Even with the January 30 opening of the tax season, we expect refunds to be issued within normal timeframes. The IRS issued more than 9 out of 10 refunds to taxpayers in less than 21 days last year.
What is the refund schedule for efile? ›
What is the IRS refund schedule?
| Filing method and refund delivery method | How long it takes to receive your refund from the time your return is accepted |
|---|
| E-file and direct deposit | 1-3 weeks |
| E-file and check | 1 month |
| Mail in return and direct deposit | 3 weeks |
| Mail in return and check | 2 months |
Feb 21, 2024
Taxpayers sometimes fail to file a tax return and claim a refund for these credits and others for which they may be eligible. There's no penalty for filing after the April 15 deadline if a refund is due. However, taxpayers due a refund should still consider filing as soon as possible.
