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Florida Business Tax Extensions Filing Requirements
Businesses in Florida must use Form F-7004 to request a state tax extension, which provides an additional 6 months to file their tax returns with the state, even if they have already filed a federal tax extension. The extension must be filed by the due date of the actual return. The extension applies only to the tax return, not to the tax due.
| Business Classification | Tax Form | Due Date | Extension Form | Extension Period |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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All Corporations (including LLCs taxed as corporations) |
Form F-1120 |
1st day of the 5th month after the tax year ends (May 1 for calendar-year filers) |
Form F-7004 | 6 months automatic extension |
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Partnerships (including LLCs taxed as partnerships) |
Form F-1065 |
1st day of 4th month after the tax year ends (April 1 for calendar-year filers ) |
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| Eligible Corporation | Form F-1120A |
1st day of the 5th month after the tax year ends (May 1 for calendar-year filers) |
Information Required to File Florida Extension Form F-7004
Review the key details required to accurately complete and submit your Florida Form F-7004 extension on time.
Basic Business Information
Provide the legal details of the business requesting the extension. This includes:
- Legal business name
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Federal Employer Identification
Number (FEIN) - Mailing address
- Taxable year ending date
Business Tax Return Type
Select the Florida business tax return corresponding to your federal tax classification.
Tax Due Information
- Tentative Florida corporate income or franchise tax amount
- Any tax payments already made (if applicable)
Authorization & Submission
- Authorized signer’s details
- Payment information for any balance due
How to File the Florida Tax Extension Form F-7004
Discover how to file Florida Form F‑7004 and get extra time to submit your corporate income or franchise tax return.
E-filing
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Access the Portal
Log in to the Florida Department of Revenue’s e-Services website.
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Locate Form F-7004
Go to the Corporate Income Tax section and select the option to file an extension using Form F-7004.
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Enter Business Information
Provide your FEIN, business name, address, and the tax year-end date.
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Calculate Tentative Tax
Enter the tentative tax due and any estimated payments already made.
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Submit and Pay
Electronically sign and submit the form. If tax is due, ensure payment is made on or before the original return due date to avoid penalties
and interest.
Paper Filing
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Download the Form
Get the Florida Form F-7004 from the Florida Department of
Revenue website. -
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Complete the Form
Enter the business FEIN, name, address, and estimated tax amount.
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Calculate Payment
Check if any tax is due. The extension is valid only when the estimated tax is calculated and paid.
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Mail the Form
Send the completed form and payment to:
Florida Department of Revenue,
5050 W Tennessee St,
Tallahassee, FL 32399-0135.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the deadline to file Florida business tax returns F-1120 and F-1065 with the State of Florida?
Florida business tax returns are due based on the entity type and tax year
Florida Corporate Income/Franchise Tax Return (Form F-1120):
- Due on the 1st day of the 5th month after the end of the tax year. For calendar-year corporations, the due date is May 1.
- If the tax year ends on June 30, the return is due on the 1st day of the 4th month following the close of the tax year.
Florida Partnership Information Return (Form F-1065):
- Due on the 1st day of the 4th month after the end of the tax year. For calendar-year partnerships, the due date is April 1.
Businesses should face hefty penalties if missed to file their business income tax returns on time.
What are the penalties for filing Florida business tax returns F-1120 and F-1065 late?
Form F-7004 must be filed on or before the original due date of your Florida business tax return. Filing late or failing to pay the required tax can result in penalties
and interest.
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Late Filing Penalty:
If you file your return late, a penalty of 10% of any unpaid tax is charged for each month or fraction of a month the return is late, up to a maximum of 50% of the unpaid tax. If no tax is due, the penalty is $50 per month or fraction of a month, up to a maximum of $300.
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Late Payment Penalty:
If you fail to pay the tax due by the original deadline, penalties may apply in addition to any late filing penalty.
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Interest:
Interest accrues on unpaid tax from the original due date until paid in full, based on the Florida Department of Revenue’s current interest rate.
To avoid the late filing penalties, Florida allows businesses to extend the tax filing deadline for up to 6 months.
How to extend the deadline for Florida business tax returns F-1120 and F-1065?
Businesses can use Florida Form F-7004, Application for Extension of Time to File Florida Business Income Tax Returns.
For calendar-year filers, eligible businesses receive an automatic 6-month extension to file their Florida return. Corporations with a June 30 tax year end receive a
7-month extension, giving them additional time to prepare accurate tax information.
Does Form F-7004 extend the time to pay Florida business taxes?
No. Form F-7004 only extends the time to file your Florida business tax return — not the time to pay any taxes owed.
If your business expects to owe Florida corporate income tax, payment must be made by the original return due date to avoid penalties and interest.
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