Get the free Form 8868

This form requests an automatic 6-month extension for filing a return for an exempt organization like the Alzheimer\'s Disease and Related Disorders Association.

How to fill out form 8868

How to fill out form 8868

1. Download form 8868 from the IRS website.
2. Fill out the identifying information at the top, such as the organization's name and address.
3. Indicate the type of organization applying for extension (if applicable).
4. Select the specific extension period being requested (6 months or 3 months).
5. Provide any relevant tax identification number (EIN or SSN).
6. Sign and date the form to certify the information is accurate.
7. Submit the completed form to the appropriate IRS address or electronically if eligible.

Who needs form 8868?

1. Organizations that are tax-exempt under Internal Revenue Code Section 501(c) and required to file annual returns (Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF).
2. Organizations that need additional time to file their tax return due to unforeseen circumstances.

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What is form 8868?

Form 8868 is a United States Internal Revenue Service (IRS) form that is used by organizations to apply for an extension of time to file their annual tax return, typically for tax-exempt organizations.

Who is required to file form 8868?

Any organization that is required to file an annual return under section 6033 of the Internal Revenue Code, such as tax-exempt organizations including charities, social welfare organizations, and other non-profit entities, must file Form 8868 to request an extension.

How to fill out form 8868?

To fill out Form 8868, organizations need to provide their name, address, employer identification number (EIN), and the tax year for which they are requesting an extension. They must also indicate the specific type of extension being requested and provide any required signatures.

What is the purpose of form 8868?

The purpose of Form 8868 is to allow tax-exempt organizations extra time to file their annual returns by granting an automatic extension of time for up to six months.

What information must be reported on form 8868?

Form 8868 must report the organization's name, address, EIN, the specific return for which the extension is being requested, and any dates pertinent to the extension, as well as an affirmation that the organization is eligible to file for the extension.