New deadline

[Lisa]

I have a tax client that is asking about the following:

Their tax return was e-filed early March (prior to the deadline changing to 7/15/2020).

The tax client owed tax and requested that the payment be automatically drafted on 4/15/2020.

Is there any way for them to take advantage of this new deadline? They NEED the extra 3 months to pay due to layoffs, etc.

[IRonMaN]

Yes, but they need to call the IRS to change the date.  Good luck getting through on the phone though.  Note to self, in the future print a payment voucher and have everyone send in payments so they can control the payment date easier.

[Just-Lisa-Now- · Accepted solution]

Cancellations, Errors and Questions:

• In the event Treasury causes an incorrect amount of funds to be withdrawn from a bank account, Treasury will return any improperly transferred funds.
• Once your return is accepted, information pertaining to your payment, such as account information, payment date, or amount, cannot be changed. If changes are needed, the only option is to cancel the payment and choose another payment method.
• Call IRS e-file Payment Services 24/7 at 1-888-353-4537 to inquire about or cancel your payment, but please wait 7 to 10 days after your return was accepted before calling.
• Cancellation requests must be received no later than 11:59 p.m. ET two business days prior to the scheduled payment date.
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• In the event your financial institution is unable to process your payment request, you will be responsible for making other payment arrangements, and for any penalties and interest incurred.
• Contact your financial institution immediately if there is an error in the amount withdrawn.