UPDATE: Federal and State Tax Filing Deadline Extended to September 25, 2025, for North Carolina Residents and Businesses
Decision further extends filing deadline from previously announced extension date of May 1st.
Prior HSU Coverage: Federal and State Tax Filing Deadline Extended to May 1st for North Carolinians
Holly Springs, NC, Apr. 30, 2025 — In response to the widespread impact of Hurricane Helene, both federal and state tax authorities have further extended the tax filing and payment deadlines for North Carolina residents and businesses. The new deadline is September 25, 2025, providing additional time to file returns and make payments without incurring penalties.
Federal Tax Relief
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has postponed various tax filing and payment deadlines that occurred from September 25, 2024, through September 25, 2025. As a result, affected individuals and businesses will have until September 25, 2025, to file returns and pay any taxes that were originally due during this period. (IRS Alert)
State Tax Relief
The North Carolina Department of Revenue (NCDOR) has aligned with the IRS, extending the state tax filing and payment deadline to September 25, 2025, for affected taxpayers. This extension covers various state tax obligations, including individual income tax, corporate income tax, and franchise tax. (NCDOR Alert)
Taxpayers in North Carolina do not need to take any action to qualify for this relief; the IRS and the North Carolina Department of Revenue will automatically apply the extended deadlines based on the taxpayer's address of record.
If you require additional time beyond September 25, 2025, to file your federal tax return, you can request an extension by submitting Form 4868 to the IRS. However, it is essential to note that this extension applies only to the filing deadline; any taxes owed must still be paid by the original due date to avoid penalties and interest.
For more information or assistance, you can visit the IRS website at irs.gov or the North Carolina Department of Revenue at ncdor.gov.