Most American taxpayers need to file their individual income tax returns by April 15. However, the IRS has extended the 2024 tax filing deadline for individuals and businesses in parts of the U.S. to provide relief following federally declared disasters. Taxpayers in nine states now have until May 1, 2025, to file their federal tax returns and make payments.

This automatic extension applies to the entire states of Alabama, Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, and South Carolina, as well as specific areas in Alaska, New Mexico, Tennessee, and Virginia that received FEMA disaster declarations in 2024. The extended deadline is intended to give affected taxpayers additional time to manage their financial responsibilities, gather documentation, and prepare returns while recovering from the impact of hurricanes and other extreme circumstances.

In addition, the IRS has granted further extensions for other regions. Los Angeles County, California, has a new deadline of October 15, 2025, following January’s wildfires. Additionally, all of Kentucky, along with parts of West Virginia, have until November 3, 2025, to file after severe February storms.

These extensions apply automatically to eligible taxpayers in affected areas, requiring no additional forms or requests. They are part of the IRS’s ongoing efforts to support communities impacted by severe weather and other emergencies. Full details on eligibility and updated deadlines can be found on the IRS website.