File Form 5558 Easily to Get an Automatic Extension for
Form 5500 Series and 8955-SSA.

If your Form 5500, 5500-SF, 5500-EZ, or 8955-SSA isn't ready by July 31, don't risk $250 a day in penalties.
One Form 5558 filing gets you until October 15. No explanation needed.

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What is IRS Form 5558?

Form 5558 is an IRS form that gives plan sponsors and administrators an automatic 2½-Month extension to file certain employee benefit plan returns.

TaxBandits makes the process straightforward — enter your plan details, we validate for errors, print the form, and mail it directly to the IRS, UT. No paperwork on your end.

Form 5558 Deadline for 2025
Tax Year

To get an extension, Form 5558 must be filed by the original due date of the return you're extending.
Here are the deadlines for calendar-year plan filers:

Original Deadline	Extended Deadline
July 31, 2026 For Form 5500, 5500-SF, 5500-EZ, and 8955-SSA (calendar-year plans)	October 15, 2026 2 1/2-month automatic extension

Why Choose TaxBandits to File
Form 5558?

Filling out Form 5558 manually is error-prone. TaxBandits makes it accurate, fast, and organized.

We Print and Mail It for You

Once you prepare your Form 5558, we generate a correctly formatted PDF and mail it to the IRS — zero paperwork at your end.

Built-In Error Checks

Our system flags missing fields, mismatched EINs, and incorrect plan numbers before you finalize — preventing IRS rejections.

Manage Extension for Multiple Plans

Each plan needs its own Form 5558. TaxBandits lets you manage and file multiple plans from one account in a single session.

Live US-Based Support

Our support team is available 24/7 to help you get your plan details right and answer any questions before you mail.

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without hassle.

Information Required to File
Form 5558

Most filers finish in under 5 minutes. Have these three things handy:

1. Plan Sponsor Name and EIN

The legal name and Employer Identification Number of the organization sponsoring the plan.

2. Plan Name and Plan Number

The official plan name and the 3-digit number assigned to the plan by the employer (e.g., 001, 002).

3. Plan Year Date

End date of the plan year for which the extension is being requested.

How to File Form 5558 with TaxBandits

Follow these three steps to get your extension filed in minutes.

Step 1: Enter Plan Sponsor Details

Provide the plan sponsor's EIN, legal name, and mailing address as they appear on your plan documents.
Step 2: Identify the Plan and Form

Enter the plan name, plan number, and select the form you need to extend (5500, 5500-SF, 5500-EZ, and 8955-SSA).
Step 3: Review, Transmit, and Track

TaxBandits validates your data, prints your Form 5558, and mails it to the IRS on your behalf. Track delivery status in your dashboard.

File One Plan

Step 1: Enter Plan Sponsor Details

Provide the plan sponsor's EIN, legal name, mailing address, and plan year.
Step 2: Identify the Plan and Form

Enter the plan name, plan number, and select the form you need to extend.
Step 3: Review, Transmit, and Track

TaxBandits validates your details, prints your Form 5558, and mails it to the IRS.

File Multiple Plans

Step 1: Enter Plan Sponsor Details

Provide the plan sponsor's EIN, legal name, mailing address, and plan year.
Step 2: Identify Each Plan and Form

Enter each plan name, plan number, and the form being extended.
Step 3: Review and Submit

Review all plan details and submit them for TaxBandits validation.
Step 4: Track Each Extension

Track every Form 5558 from your account after TaxBandits prints and mails it.

File Form 5558 with TaxBandits in minutes.

Why Struggle with Paper When There's a Smarter Way to File?

Not all filing methods are equal. Here's why TaxBandits is the smarter choice.

How It Works	TaxBandits	Paper Filing
Form Completion	Step-by-step guided process	Manual — no guidance
Error Check	Built-in audit error check before mailing	You review and catch errors yourself
Printing & Mailing	We print and mail to the IRS for you	You print, stamp, and mail
Postmark Confirmation	Automatically recorded	You must track separately
Form Requirement Detection	Smart eligibility check	Manual IRS instructions
Time to Complete	Under 3 minutes	45–60 minutes
Support	Chat, phone, and email	None

Frequently Asked Questions

Which forms does Form
5558 extend?

Form 5558 can extend the due date for:

Form 5500 (Annual Return/Report of Employee Benefit Plan)
Form 5500-SF (Short Form for Small Employee Benefit Plans)
Form 5500-EZ (One-Participant Retirement Plan Return)
Form 8955-SSA (Statement reporting participants with deferred vested benefits).

A separate Form 5558 must be filed for each plan and each form type.

Does the extension also apply to plan contributions or tax payments?

No. Form 5558 only extends the deadline to file the return — it does not extend the time to pay any taxes or contributions due.

What are the penalties for filing Form 5500 late without
an extension?

The DOL can assess penalties of $250 per day (up to $150,000) for late Form 5500 filings. The IRS may also assess its own separate penalties. Filing a timely Form 5558 fully prevents these penalties for the extension period.

If you already missed the deadline, the DOL's Delinquent Filer Voluntary Compliance (DFVC) program may help reduce penalties. Contact TaxBandits support for guidance.

Where do I mail Form 5558?

Form 5558 must be mailed to:

Department of the Treasury,
Internal Revenue Service Center,
Ogden, UT 84201.

When you use TaxBandits, we handle mailing automatically — no action needed on your part.

Can I file Form 5558 for multiple plans in one session?

Yes. TaxBandits allows you to add multiple plans within a single account session. Each plan will have its own Form 5558 prepared and submitted — billed individually but managed from one dashboard.