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Form 14446-FR: 14446 (fr)

IRS Form 14446-FR is the French-language version of Form 14446, an application for an automatic 30‑day extension to file a foreign corporation’s Form 1120‑F. Use it when a foreign corporation cannot meet the original filing deadline.

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Form Overview

IRS Form 14446-FR - 14446 (fr)

IRS Form 14446-FR is the French-language version of Form 14446, an application for an automatic 30‑day extension to file a foreign corporation’s Form 1120‑F. Use it when a foreign corporation cannot meet the original filing deadline.

The form captures the corporation’s name, EIN, address, original filing deadline, and the reason for the extension request.

Risk Radar

Scan points
  • 1A missed or malformed extension request can erase the automatic 30‑day grace period.
  • 2Missing the original filing deadline
  • 3Incorrect EIN or corporate name
  • 4Wrong mailing address for the IRS
  • 5Failure to sign the form

Plain English

If a foreign company that files a U.S. corporate tax return (Form 1120‑F) needs more time, it sends this short form to the IRS. The request gives an extra 30 days without penalty, as long as the form is filed correctly and on time.

Submission Date

  • Filing date: 2023-12-27 22:10:33
  • 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

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What this form is for

  • Use this form when a foreign corporation needs a 30‑day extension for Form 1120‑F.
  • Do not use it if you need a longer extension; a separate request is required.
  • If you are filing a U.S. corporation return (Form 1120), use Form 7004 instead.

Form selector

Use this form or another form?

Need >30‑day extension

Only for U.S. entities, not foreign

✓ Verify entity type before filing

Form 7004 (U.S. corp.)

Amending a filed 1120‑F

Not an extension request

✓ Ensure original return was filed

Form 1120‑F X (Amended Return)

Deadline or filing window

The extension request must be received by the IRS on or before the original Form 1120‑F due date (generally the 15th day of the 4th month after the corporation’s tax year ends). The automatic 30‑day extension begins the day after the IRS processes the request.

  • —Original due date | +30 days | Extended due date | Verify calendar days, not business days

Checklist

What you need before filling it out

1

Corporation name

Articles of incorporation or EIN verification · Form 14446 header

⚠ Misspelled name can cause rejection✕ High
2

Employer Identification Number

IRS EIN assignment letter · EIN field

⚠ Transposed digits✕ Medium
3

Original filing deadline

Tax return calendar or prior year notice · Due date field

⚠ Wrong year entered✕ High
4

Signature

Authorized officer’s signature · Signature line

⚠ Missing or unauthorized signature✕ High
5

Mailing receipt

Certified mail receipt or delivery confirmation · Filing proof

⚠ No proof of timely mailing✕ Medium

Before you submit

  1. 1Download the latest Form 14446-FR PDF
  2. 2Confirm the revision date matches the current tax year
  3. 3Enter the correct EIN and corporate name
  4. 4Check the original Form 1120‑F due date
  5. 5Provide a concise, truthful reason for the extension
  6. 6Sign and date the form as an authorized officer
  7. 7Print clearly on single‑sided paper
  8. 8Place the form in an envelope addressed to the IRS mailing address
  9. 9Use certified mail or another trackable service
  10. 10Retain a copy of the completed form and the mailing receipt

How to file this form

  1. 1Obtain the French version of Form 14446 from irs.gov
  2. 2Complete all required fields in black ink
  3. 3Sign the form with the corporate officer’s original signature
  4. 4Seal the form in an envelope addressed to the IRS office listed in the instructions
  5. 5Send the envelope via certified mail or another trackable method
  6. 6Record the mailing date and tracking number
  7. 7File a copy with your corporate records

Known limitations

  1. 1No electronic filing option is available for Form 14446-FR
  2. 2The form only grants a 30‑day extension; longer extensions require a separate request
  3. 3IRS processing time is not guaranteed; the extension is effective only upon receipt
  4. 4Instructions may be updated annually; always verify the latest edition

Field map

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-FR is currently active for tax years 2023 onward. Check the IRS website for any updates before filing.

What changed or needs a fresh check

  • Edition date – verify the form’s revision year on the first page
  • Fee – no fee is required for the extension request
  • Mailing address – use the address listed in the current instructions
  • Signature line – ensure an authorized officer signs
  • Contact info – include a phone number for the IRS to reach you if needed

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Quick Facts

Foreign corporations that are required to file Form 1120‑F and need a filing deadline extension.
The form captures the corporation’s name, EIN, address, original filing deadline, and the reason for the extension request.
File the extension request before the original Form 1120‑F due date; the extension is automatically granted for 30 days once the IRS receives Form 14446.
Mail the completed Form 14446-FR to the IRS address listed in the form’s instructions. No electronic filing option is provided.
Incorrect or late extensions can trigger failure‑to‑file penalties and interest on any tax due, and may invalidate the automatic 30‑day grace period.
1. Download the French version of Form 14446 from the IRS website. 2. Fill in corporate identification, EIN, and original due date. 3. Sign and date the form. 4. Mail it to the address in the instructions before the original deadline. 5. Keep a copy of the mailed form and the mailing receipt.

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After you file

  1. 1Keep the mailed copy and receipt in the corporate tax file
  2. 2Monitor the 30‑day window and prepare the Form 1120‑F accordingly
  3. 3If the extended deadline is missed, calculate penalties and interest
  4. 4Respond promptly to any IRS notices referencing the extension request
  5. 5Update corporate records with the new filing deadline

Sources

  • SRCForm 14446 purposeIRS instructions
  • SRCExtension length30 days per IRS guidance
  • SRCEligibilityforeign corporations filing Form 1120‑F
  • SRCMailing addresslisted in Form 14446 instructions
  • SRCSignature requirementIRS filing rules
  • SRCNo feeIRS fee schedule for extension requests
  • SRCNo electronic filingIRS e‑file limitations for Form 14446
  • SRCRevision date locationtop of the form

Common confusion points

Extension length

Some users think the form can grant more than 30 days

→ Verify the 30‑day limit in the instructions

Form language

French version may be mistaken for a different form

→ Confirm you need the FR version

Mailing address

IRS has multiple processing centers

→ Use the address specified for Form 14446-FR

Entity type

Foreign corporation vs. U.S. corporation

→ Use Form 14446 only for foreign entities

Signature authority

Unauthorized signers cause rejection

→ Ensure the signer is an officer listed on the tax return

Workflow map

Related forms and next steps

4 signals

Before

Form 1120‑F – original corporate tax return

Current

14446-FR

After

Form 1120‑F (filed by extended deadline)

Often used with

Form 14446-FR – extension request

⚠ If something goes wrong

  • IRS notice of failure to file – may require filing Form 1120‑F X (amended) and paying penalties

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