Requesting an Extension

There are two ways to receive a 6-month extension to file your Georgia income tax return: 

Automatically, if you receive a Federal extension, or 

  • By filing Form IT-303 Application for Extension of Time for Filing State Income Tax Returns.
  • Extension to file cannot exceed 6 months and does not extend the date for paying the tax.

Reminder: To avoid late payment penalty and interest, Income Tax Returns must be mailed, along with Form IT-560, by the statutory due date for filing. If taxes are owed, submit payment in the amount of the balance due listed on your tax return.

Have an extension to file your Federal return 

  • You do NOT need to request an extension to file your Georgia return if you receive a Federal extension.
    • The due date for filing your Georgia return will be automatically extended with an approved Federal extension. 
    • Attach a copy of Federal Form 4868 or the IRS confirmation letter (if you request a Federal extension electronically) to the Georgia return when filed.

Contact the IRS at 1-800-829-1040 or visit their website at www.irs.gov to obtain Form 4868 and additional extension information.

Don't need a Federal extension

  • Submit Georgia Form IT-303 if you don't need a Federal extension
  • You must mail Form IT-303 before the statutory return due date and attach a copy to the return when filed.
  • We will notify you only if your extension request is denied.

Download this pdf file. Form IT-303 - Application for Extension of Time for Filing State Income Tax Returns