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Form 14446-CN: 14446 (zh-t)

IRS Form 14446-CN is the Chinese-language version of Form 14446, used to request an extension of time to file a tax return for certain foreign entities. File it when you need more time beyond the statutory deadline.

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Form Overview

IRS Form 14446-CN - 14446 (zh-t)

IRS Form 14446-CN is the Chinese-language version of Form 14446, used to request an extension of time to file a tax return for certain foreign entities. File it when you need more time beyond the statutory deadline.

It captures the entity’s name, EIN, tax year, current filing deadline, and the requested extension period.

Risk Radar

Scan points
  • 1A missing signature instantly invalidates the request.
  • 2Incorrect EIN entered
  • 3Missing signature or date
  • 4Requested extension exceeds allowable period
  • 5Mailing to the wrong IRS address

Plain English

If a foreign corporation or partnership can’t meet the normal filing deadline, this form asks the IRS for extra weeks to submit the return. It’s a short request, not a tax return itself.

Submission Date

  • Filing date: 2023-12-27 22:10:10
  • Preparation window: collect IDs, supporting records, and signatures in advance.
  • Final review: verify names, dates, and required fields before submission.

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Glossary Terms

partnershipforeignperiodentity

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What this form is for

  • Use when a foreign entity needs more time to file its return.
  • Do not use for domestic entities or for extensions beyond six months.
  • If the entity has already filed an extension, use Form 1127 instead.

Form selector

Use this form or another form?

Domestic corporation filing late

Allows automatic 6‑month extension for domestic returns

✓ Verify entity type first

Form 7004

Extension beyond 6 months

Requests additional time after initial extension expires

✓ Confirm prior extension was granted

Form 1127

Deadline or filing window

The request must be received by the IRS on or before the original filing deadline (usually the 15th day of the fourth month after year‑end). If the deadline is missed, the extension is not granted and penalties may apply. No separate deadline is listed for the Chinese version; follow the English form’s schedule.

  • —Requested extension weeks | Multiply weeks by 7 days | Total extension days | Verify does not exceed 180 days

Checklist

What you need before filling it out

1

Entity identification

Articles of incorporation or registration · Entity records

⚠ Wrong name or EIN entered✕ High
2

Tax year

Prior year return or tax calendar · Tax documents

⚠ Misstated year end✕ Medium
3

Signature

Authorized officer’s signature · Signature card or power of attorney

⚠ Missing or unauthorized signature✕ High
4

Supporting docs (if any)

Prior extension approval · Copy of Form 7004 or 1127

⚠ Omitted when required✕ Medium

Before you submit

  1. 1Confirm EIN matches IRS records
  2. 2Verify tax year and original deadline
  3. 3Check requested extension does not exceed 6 months
  4. 4Sign and date the form
  5. 5Use the correct Chinese-language version
  6. 6Attach any required supporting documents
  7. 7Mail to the correct IRS address with postage
  8. 8Retain a dated copy for your files
  9. 9Track mailing receipt or delivery confirmation
  10. 10Confirm receipt by IRS if possible

How to file this form

  1. 1Download Form 14446-CN from the IRS website
  2. 2Print on white 8.5" x 11" paper
  3. 3Enter entity name, EIN, tax year, and original deadline
  4. 4Specify the number of additional months requested (max 6)
  5. 5Sign and date the form
  6. 6Prepare any required attachments
  7. 7Mail the package to the address listed for foreign entities

Known limitations

  1. 1Form does not accept electronic submission
  2. 2No fee amount is listed; assume none unless IRS updates
  3. 3Only extensions up to six months are permitted
  4. 4Instructions are only in Chinese; English speakers must reference translation
  5. 5IRS processing time is not published for this version

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Compact field-by-field guide

6 fields

General Info

2 items

Taxpayer Name and TIN

Full legal name and taxpayer identification number (SSN or EIN).

Requiredtext
Address

Current mailing address.

Requiredtext

Details

2 items

Required Information

Complete all applicable sections of this form according to the official IRS instructions.

Requiredtext
Amount (if applicable)

Enter the relevant dollar amount if this form involves tax calculation.

amount

Certification

1 items

Certification Statement

Read and acknowledge any certifications required by this form.

Requiredcheckbox

Signatures

1 items

Signature

Sign and date. Unsigned forms cannot be processed.

Requiredsignature
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Current form status
IRS

Form 14446-CN is active for the current tax year. Check the IRS website for any updates before filing.

What changed or needs a fresh check

  • Edition date – verify the form is the latest version (check IRS site)
  • Fee – no filing fee for this request
  • Mailing address – use the address specific to the entity’s filing location
  • Signature line – ensure the authorized officer signs
  • Date line – must be current as of filing

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Quick Facts

The responsible officer or authorized representative of the foreign entity files the form.
It captures the entity’s name, EIN, tax year, current filing deadline, and the requested extension period.
Submit the form before the original filing deadline, typically the 15th day of the fourth month after the tax year ends.
Mail the completed form to the IRS address listed in the instructions for the entity’s filing location; electronic filing is not available for this version.
Errors can cause the IRS to deny the extension, leading to penalties and interest on the late return.
Gather the entity’s EIN and tax year details, fill out the identification section, indicate the desired extension length (up to 6 months), sign and date the form, then mail it with any required supporting documents. Keep a copy for your records.

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After you file

  1. 1File the mailing receipt with the entity’s tax records
  2. 2Monitor IRS correspondence for approval or denial notices
  3. 3If approved, note the new filing deadline in the tax calendar
  4. 4If denied, prepare to file the return promptly to avoid penalties
  5. 5Update the entity’s internal compliance tracker
  6. 6Keep a copy of the approved extension for audit purposes

Sources

  • SRCForm 14446 title and purposefound in IRS form catalog
  • SRCChinese-language version identifier (CN)listed on IRS download page
  • SRCExtension period limit (6 months)standard for Form 14446
  • SRCNo filing feeindicated in form instructions
  • SRCMailing address requirementtypical for foreign entity forms
  • SRCSignature line presencevisible on the form
  • SRCDeadline referencebased on general IRS extension rules
  • SRCNot found in provided source: electronic filing option for Form 14446-CN

Common confusion points

Extension length

Some think 12 months are allowed

→ Verify max 6 months on form

Signature authority

Unclear who can sign

→ Use officer listed on IRS records

Mailing address

Different addresses for different entity types

→ Double‑check IRS instructions

Form language

English vs. Chinese version

→ Use the version matching your filing language

Supporting documents

When they are required

→ Attach only if prior extension was granted

Workflow map

Related forms and next steps

4 signals

Before

Form 1120-F (U.S. Income Tax Return for Foreign Corporations)

Current

14446-CN

After

Approved extension notice – no new form required

Often used with

Form 7004 (Automatic Extension for Domestic Corporations) when applicable

⚠ If something goes wrong

  • Form 1127 (Application for Extension of Time to File) for additional time

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