Tax Form 2688 to ask for more time to file Form 1040EZ, Form 1040A, Form 1040, Form 1040NR-EZ, or Form 1040NR. Generally, use it only if you already asked for more time on Form 4868 (the 'automatic' extension form) and that time was not enough. The IRS will make an exception only for undue hardship. Generally, the maximum extension of time allowed by law is 6 months.
To get the extra time, you must (a) complete and file Form 2688 on time and (b) have a good reason why the first 4 months were not enough.
Generally, the IRS will not give you more time to file just for the convenience of your tax return preparer. But if the reasons for being late are beyond his or her control or, despite a good effort, you cannot get professional help in time to file, the IRS will usually give you the extra time.
| Form name | Instructions | Form |
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| 2007 Federal Tax Form 2688 - App. for Additional Ext. of Time to File |  |
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| 2006 Federal Tax Form 2688 - App. for Additional Ext. of Time to File | - | |
| 2005 Federal Tax Form 2688 - App. for Additional Ext. of Time to File | - | |
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