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 May 16, 2023

# "When is the tax filing deadline and what happens if I miss it?"

![Picture of Chris Battis](https://www.legalfaq.ai/hs-fs/hubfs/battis-mug.jpg?width=50&name=battis-mug.jpg) By  [Chris Battis](https://www.legalfaq.ai/faqs/author/chris-battis)  ·   1 minute read

The tax filing deadline in the US is **April 15th** of each year. If you miss this deadline, you may be subject to penalties and interest on any taxes owed. The penalty for failing to file a tax return on time is typically 5% of the unpaid taxes for each month or part of a month that the return is late, up to a maximum of 25% of the unpaid taxes. Additionally, interest is charged on any unpaid taxes starting from the due date of the return until the date of payment.

However, there are some exceptions and limitations to these penalties. For example, if you can show reasonable cause for your failure to file, such as a serious illness or natural disaster, the penalty may be waived. Additionally, if you are owed a refund, there is no penalty for filing late.

If you have missed the tax filing deadline, it is important to **file your return as soon as possible**. You can still file your return even if you cannot pay the full amount owed, as the penalties for failing to file a return are generally higher than the penalties for failing to pay. It may also be possible to **request an extension of time to file** the return, which would move the deadline to October 15th. However, this extension does not extend the deadline for paying any taxes owed, and interest and penalties may still accrue during the extension period.

If you have concerns about missing the tax filing deadline or any other tax-related issues, it is **strongly recommended that you seek the advice of a licensed tax professional or attorney**.

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