Filing Form 4868 allows you to request an automatic 6-month extension of time to file your individual income tax return. With TaxZerone, you can e-file Form 4868 accurately in just a few steps.
Follow these step-by-step Form 4868 instructions to complete your filing using TaxZerone.
Step 1:
Step 2:
- From the dashboard, click on “Start” and select “New Form” to start the filing process.

Step 3:
- Under the Extension Forms section, select Form 4868 to apply for a personal tax extension (1040 extension) of 6 months.

Step 4:
Add the filer details by choosing any 1 of the options below:
- If you are a new user to TaxZerone, click on “Add New Filer” to start your 4868 filing by selecting the tax year as “2025” and adding your details.
- If you are an existing user, click on “Select From Address Book”. Choose the tax year as “2025” and easily populate your data by selecting your filer details.
- If you are a tax preparer, you can upload multiple filings at once using the Form 4868 Bulk Upload option.

Note: You can download our Form 4868 Bulk Upload template for FREE.
Step 5:
Part 1: Identification
Line 1 to 3:
- Your basic details such as First Name, Last Name, Address, City, State, Zip code, and your SSN will be auto filled.
- If you are filing jointly, check the box to automatically populate your spouse details and SSN. (Only if it is added in address book)

Part II: Individual Income Tax
Line 4:
- Enter the estimated total tax liability for the 2025 tax year.
Line 5:
- Enter the total payments made on the 2025 tax year.
Line 6:
- Your balance due will be auto calculated by subtracting line 5 from line 4.
Line 7:
- Enter the total amount you are going to pay now.
Tip: Make sure to pay as much as possible to reduce interest, as any unpaid balance may incur penalties from the original due date.
Line 8:
- If you are “out of the country” on the due date of the return, you can check the box on Line 8.
Line 9:
- Form 1040-NR filers can check the box on Line 9 if they did not receive wages subject to U.S. income tax withholding and their return is due on June 15, 2026.
- Click on “Save & Continue” to move to the next step.

Step 6:
IRS Payment Information:
Enter your EFW Bank Routing Number, Account type, Bank account number, Taxpayer phone number, and select your requested payment date to debit the amount directly from your bank.

IRS Payment – Signature Authorization
- Check the box to authorize the U.S. Treasury and its designated Financial Agent to initiate an ACH electronic tax.
- Enter your 5 numeric digits PIN as the electronic signature, Date of birth, Prior AGI amount or prior year PIN, and signature date.
- Click on “Save & Continue” to continue with the next step.

Step 7:
- Select the pricing model that you need.
Tip: Filing any 2 forms together can help you save on the overall cost.

- Choose any add-on services (Text alert, Postal Mailing, Fax Alert) if required.
- Enter your card details to make a payment and click on “Pay & e-file” to transmit your return to the IRS.

Need Help to file your Extension Form 4868?
If you face any issues while filing 4868 Form:
- Use the live chat support.
- Mail your queries to support@taxzerone.com (24/7)
- Contact the TaxZerone support team (Mon – Fri, between 9 AM and 5 PM CST).
- Refer to the knowledge base for detailed guides.
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Last modified: April 16, 2026


