Individual income tax returns are typically due April 15, unless the date falls on a weekend or holiday or you file an extension until October 15.

• Independent contractors, gig workers, and self-employed people usually have to make quarterly estimated tax payments are pre-set dates throughout the year.

If, for some reason, you are not able to file your federal tax return on time, you can request an automatic six-month tax extension to October 15, 2024, by filing Form 4868 or making an electronic tax payment. To get an extension, you have to act by the original due date for your return, whether that is April 15, or another extended deadline date. 

Keep in mind, however, that an extension to file doesn't extend the time to pay your tax. If you don't pay the tax due by your tax deadline date, then you will owe interest on the unpaid tax and could be looking at additional penalties for filing and paying late.