Taxes are typically due on different dates depending on the type of tax and jurisdiction, but for individual federal income tax returns in the United States, the due date is generally April 15 each year. If April 15 falls on a weekend or holiday, the deadline may be extended to the next business day, such as April 18 or April 17 depending on the year. Taxpayers can request a filing extension until October 15 by filing Form 4868. Other tax payments like estimated taxes are due quarterly on set dates such as January 15, March 10, June 10, September 10, and December 10 for some advance payments. For specific deadlines in 2025:
- 2024 individual income tax returns are due by April 15, 2025 (or the next business day if April 15 is a weekend/holiday).
- Estimated tax payments for individuals and corporations are typically due March 10, June 10, September 10, and December 10.
- Extensions for filing can push the deadline to October 15, 2025.
- Business tax returns, sales tax returns, and others have different specific deadlines throughout the year.
In Germany, for example, the tax return deadline for the 2024 tax year is July 31, 2025, with extensions possible if a tax advisor is involved. Overall, the key date for individual income tax in the U.S. is April 15, with quarterly estimated payments due on the 10th or 15th of specific months depending on the tax type.
