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IRS Sets April 15, 2026, Tax Deadline: Don’t Lose Refunds!

2/17/2026

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The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has set April 15, 2026, as the final tax filing deadline for most U.S. taxpayers.
Missing the deadline can result in losing the right to claim refunds, averaging about $3,000.
Taxpayers must file within three years to avoid forfeiting refunds.
Taxpayers can request a six-month extension using IRS Form 4868.

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Story summary

The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has set April 15, 2026, as the final tax filing deadline for most U.S. taxpayers.
Missing the deadline can result in losing the right to claim refunds, averaging about $3,000.
Taxpayers must file within three years to avoid forfeiting refunds.
Taxpayers can request a six-month extension using IRS Form 4868.