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Form 14498: 14498

IRS Form 14498 is an application for an automatic 30‑day extension to file Form 941, the employer’s quarterly federal tax return. Use it when you cannot meet the regular filing deadline for a quarter.

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Form Overview

IRS Form 14498 - 14498

IRS Form 14498 is an application for an automatic 30‑day extension to file Form 941, the employer’s quarterly federal tax return. Use it when you cannot meet the regular filing deadline for a quarter.

The form captures the employer’s identification, the quarter in question, the reason for the late filing, and a certification of accuracy.

Risk Radar

Scan points
  • 1A missing signature will automatically reject the extension request.
  • 2Submitting after the original Form 941 deadline
  • 3Leaving the signature line blank
  • 4Using an outdated edition of the form
  • 5Incorrect quarter or tax period entered

Plain English

If your business missed the deadline to send in the quarterly payroll tax return, you can ask the IRS for a short, automatic extension by filling out Form 14498. It’s a simple request that buys you extra time, but it does not extend payment deadlines.

Submission Date

  • Filing date: 2022-01-10 22:12:43
  • 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 when you need a 30‑day automatic extension for a missed Form 941 filing.
  • Do not use for extensions of other tax forms (e.g., Form 1120 or Form 1040).
  • Check Form 941‑X if you need to correct an already‑filed return.

Form selector

Use this form or another form?

Late payment of payroll taxes

Only extends payment deadline, not filing deadline

✓ Verify if you need a filing extension instead

Form 941‑V

Need more than 30 days

May be used to correct after filing

✓ Confirm that the original return was filed

Form 941‑X (amended return)

Deadline or filing window

The extension request must be received by the IRS on or before the original Form 941 due date (generally the last day of the month following the quarter). If received later, the request is denied and the original deadline applies.

Checklist

What you need before filling it out

1

Employer EIN

IRS notice or prior return · Form 941 header

⚠ Typo in EIN✕ High
2

Quarter being extended

Payroll records · Form 941 filing calendar

⚠ Selecting wrong quarter✕ Medium
3

Reason for delay

Internal memo or explanation · Text box on Form 14498

⚠ Vague or missing reason✕ Medium
4

Signature

Authorized officer’s signature · Signature block

⚠ No signature or unauthorized signer✕ High

Before you submit

  1. 1Use the latest edition of Form 14498
  2. 2Enter correct EIN and employer name
  3. 3Select the correct quarter
  4. 4Provide a concise, specific reason for the late filing
  5. 5Sign and date the form
  6. 6Check the mailing address for the quarter
  7. 7Include a copy of the original Form 941 (optional but helpful)
  8. 8Retain a dated copy for your records
  9. 9Send via certified mail or trackable e‑file method
  10. 10Confirm receipt by the IRS (if tracking available)
  11. 11Update internal filing calendar with new deadline

How to file this form

  1. 1Download Form 14498 from IRS.gov
  2. 2Print or open in an e‑file‑compatible program
  3. 3Complete employer identification and quarter fields
  4. 4Write a brief, factual reason for the delay
  5. 5Sign and date the form
  6. 6Mail to the address listed for the specific quarter or submit electronically
  7. 7Keep the mailing receipt or e‑file confirmation

Known limitations

  1. 1Form only grants a 30‑day automatic extension; longer extensions require other procedures
  2. 2Does not extend payment due dates – penalties may still apply for unpaid taxes
  3. 3Only applicable to Form 941; using it for other returns will be rejected
  4. 4IRS may request additional documentation if the reason is unclear

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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 14498 is currently active for the 2024 tax year. The IRS updates the form annually; verify the edition date before use.

What changed or needs a fresh check

  • Edition date – verify the form shows the current tax year
  • Fee – no fee for Form 14498
  • Mailing address – use the address for the specific quarter in the instructions
  • Signature line – ensure an authorized officer signs
  • Electronic filing option – confirm your provider supports Form 14498

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Quick Facts

Employers who filed Form 941 late for a specific quarter.
The form captures the employer’s identification, the quarter in question, the reason for the late filing, and a certification of accuracy.
File as soon as you know you will miss the original Form 941 deadline; the request must be submitted before the original due date to qualify for the automatic extension.
Mail the completed form to the IRS address listed in the instructions for the quarter’s filing, or submit electronically if you have an authorized e‑file provider.
Errors or missing signatures can cause the extension request to be denied, leaving the original filing deadline in effect and possibly triggering penalties.
1. Download the latest Form 14498 from IRS.gov. 2. Fill in employer EIN, name, address, and the specific quarter. 3. Explain the reason for the delay in the space provided. 4. Sign and date the form. 5. Mail (or e‑file) it before the original Form 941 due date.

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After you file

  1. 1File the original Form 941 by the new extended deadline
  2. 2Pay any accrued payroll taxes by the original payment due date to avoid penalties
  3. 3Store the signed Form 14498 and mailing receipt in the payroll file
  4. 4Monitor IRS correspondence for acceptance or denial notices
  5. 5If denied, file the original Form 941 immediately and consider penalty abatement options
  6. 6Update your internal compliance calendar with the new filing date

Sources

  • SRCForm 14498 title and purposeIRS official instructions
  • SRCEligibilityemployers filing Form 941 late
  • SRCExtension length30 days per IRS guidance
  • SRCNo feeIRS fee schedule
  • SRCSignature requirementForm instructions
  • SRCMailing addressesIRS quarterly filing address list
  • SRCElectronic filing optionIRS e‑file provider list
  • SRCDeadline rulemust be received by original Form 941 due date

Common confusion points

Extension vs. payment deadline

Many think the form extends both

→ Verify payment due date separately

Quarter selection

Mistaking the calendar quarter for fiscal quarter

→ Double‑check payroll period

Signature authority

Unsigned forms are rejected

→ Ensure an authorized officer signs

Electronic filing availability

Not all e‑file providers support Form 14498

→ Confirm provider capability

Form edition

Using a prior year’s form can cause processing delays

→ Check edition date

Workflow map

Related forms and next steps

4 signals

Before

Form 941 (regular quarterly filing)

Current

14498

After

Form 941 (file by the new deadline)

Often used with

Form 941‑V (payment extension) if tax due

⚠ If something goes wrong

  • Form 941‑X (amended return) to correct errors after filing

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