The IRS recently released an updated version of Form 8809, Application for Extension of Time to File Information Returns. This form is used to apply for an extension to file information returns including Forms W-2, 1095, 1098, and 1099.
There are two updates to the form, which are as follows:
- Instructions were added indicating that taxpayers must not use this form to request an extension of time to file Form 1040-SR;
- There is no longer an automatic 30-day late extension. For all forms other than W-2 or 1099-MISC reporting NEC, you may request a 30-day late extension. Otherwise, extensions work as they previously did.
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