Pennsylvania Extends Personal Income Tax Filing Deadline to May 17, 2021. Harrisburg, PA — The Department of Revenue today announced the deadline for taxpayers to file their 2020 Pennsylvania personal income tax returns and make final 2020 income tax payments is extended to May 17, 2021.

What is the new due date for taxes?

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the federal government extended this year’s federal income tax filing deadline from April 15, 2021, to May 17, 2021. In addition the IRS further extended the deadline for Texas, Oklahoma and Louisiana residents to June 15. These extensions are automatic and applies to filing and payments.

Are taxes due by midnight May 17?

The due date for filing tax returns and making tax payments is May 17, 2021. If you haven’t applied for an extension, e-file or postmark your individual tax returns by midnight. The Individual Tax Return Extension Form for Tax Year 2020 is also due on this day.

When is the due date to mail in your Pennsylvania tax return?

If you plan to file or mail-in a Pennsylvania tax return on paper – the Forms and Mailing Address are below – your due date is Oct. 15, 2021. Pennsylvania State Tax Payment Options You can select one of these payment options either after you have e-filed or filed your 2020 Pennsylvania Tax Return.

When to file a Pennsylvania tax extension for 2020?

Pennsylvania Tax Extension For Tax Year 2020, if you do not owe taxes, you do not need to file a tax extension. However, if you are certain that you cannot file your Pennsylvania return by the deadline, and you owe taxes, here are some options: You can e-File an IRS Tax Extension by April 15, 2021 for free on eFile.com.

Is there a dependent tax deduction in Pennsylvania?

The Federal Income Tax, however, does allow a personal exemption to be deducted from your gross income if you are responsible for supporting yourself financially. Unlike most states, Pennsylvania does not have a dependent deduction. You can, however, claim dependent deductions on your Federal Tax Return.

When do you have to file a PA-40 tax return?

Who Must File Every resident, part-year resident or nonresident individual must file a Pennsylvania Income Tax Return (PA-40) when he or she realizes income generating $1 or more in tax, even if no tax is due (e.g., when an employee receives compensation where tax is withheld). Refer to the below section on TAXATION, for additional information.