Extension of the deadline for filing income tax returns

BOISE, Idaho (KIFI) – Time is running out to file your 2020 Idaho tax return.

The Idaho State Tax Commission said taxpayers who qualify for an automatic file extension must submit their return and full payment by Oct. 15.

“We expect to receive approximately 50,000 personal income tax returns in October,” said Tax Commission Chairman Jeff McCray. “This is in addition to the 921,000 returns we have received so far this year.”

Idaho law allows you to avoid a late filing penalty if you have an extension. But you’ll still owe 2% interest on any tax owing that you haven’t paid by May 17, the original Idaho income tax due date.

You can file your tax return electronically and you may be eligible to prepare and file it online for free. Visit tax.idaho.gov/freefile to learn more.

You can also pay taxes electronically via tax.idaho.gov/epay. Free Fast payment The option allows you to make a payment without creating a special account.

If you are eligible for the Idaho tax refund, you will receive the refund after the Tax Commission processes your 2020 tax return. The sooner you file the return, the sooner you will get the refund.

If you have any questions:

• Visit tax.idaho.gov
• Call (208) 334-7660 in the Boise area or toll free at (800) 972-7660
• Stop at an office of the Tax Commission. Go to tax.idaho.gov/visit to find an office near you.