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What this notice is about
Your Form 8868, Application for Extension of Time to File an Exempt Organization Return or Excise Taxes Related to Employee Benefit Plans, has been approved.
What you need to do
File your required form by your new due date shown on the notice. Exempt Organizations must file Form 990 series returns electronically. The IRS will not accept Form 990 series returns filed on paper. See E-file for Charities and Non-Profits.
You may want to
Visit Exempt Organization e-file Providers to learn about approved e-file providers, what types of returns can be filed electronically, and whether you are required to file electronically.
Frequently asked questions
Where can I go for more information about tax-exempt organizations?
See Tax Information for Charities & Other Nonprofits.
Tips for next year
You must mail your Form 8868 by the due date of your return.
Need help?
- You can authorize someone to represent you before the IRS or inspect and/or receive confidential tax information.
- You may be eligible for free help from the Taxpayer Advocate Service (TAS).
- You may qualify for help from a Low Income Taxpayer Clinic.
- If you didn’t receive a letter or notice, use Let us help you.