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Form 5310A: 5310-A

Form 5310‑A is the IRS application for an automatic 6‑month extension to file Form 5310, the annual return of a foreign insurance company. Use it when the original filing deadline cannot be met.

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Form Overview

IRS Form 5310A - 5310-A

Form 5310‑A is the IRS application for an automatic 6‑month extension to file Form 5310, the annual return of a foreign insurance company. Use it when the original filing deadline cannot be met.

The form captures the company’s name, EIN, tax year, original filing deadline, and the requested extension period.

Risk Radar

Scan points
  • 1A late or incomplete Form 5310‑A can trigger penalties before you even file the main return.
  • 2Missing the original filing deadline renders the extension invalid.
  • 3Incorrect EIN or tax year prevents processing.
  • 4Signature missing or unsigned form.
  • 5Using an outdated edition of the form.

Plain English

If your foreign insurance company can’t get its Form 5310 in on time, you file Form 5310‑A to ask the IRS for extra time. The request is simple, but it must be on file before the original deadline to be valid.

Submission Date

  • Filing date: 2026-01-15 10:10:46
  • 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

insurance companyforeignperiodmonth

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What this form is for

  • Use when you need an automatic 6‑month extension for Form 5310.
  • Do not use if you are filing a regular Form 5310 without an extension request.
  • If you need a longer or special extension, see Form 7004.

Form selector

Use this form or another form?

Requesting a non‑automatic extension

Allows up to 6 months for other returns

✓ Verify eligibility before filing

Form 7004

Late filing after deadline passed

Must file Form 5310 with penalty schedule

✓ No extension possible

Not applicable

Deadline or filing window

The extension request must be received by the IRS on or before the original Form 5310 due date (generally the 15th day of the third month after the tax year ends). If the request arrives after that date, the extension is not granted and penalties may apply.

  • —Tax year end | N/A | Extension end date = Original due date + 6 months | Verify calendar days

Checklist

What you need before filling it out

1

Company name

Articles of incorporation or IRS registration · Form header

⚠ Misspelled name✕ High
2

EIN

IRS assignment letter · Form line 2

⚠ Transposed digits✕ Medium
3

Tax year

Prior year Form 5310 · Form line 3

⚠ Wrong year selected✕ High
4

Signature

Authorized officer signature · Signature block

⚠ Missing or illegible✕ High
5

Mailing date

Postmark or electronic timestamp · Cover letter

⚠ Date after deadline✕ High

Before you submit

  1. 1Use the latest edition of Form 5310‑A
  2. 2Confirm EIN matches IRS records
  3. 3Check that the tax year matches the pending Form 5310
  4. 4Select the correct 6‑month extension period
  5. 5Sign and date the form
  6. 6Attach any required statements
  7. 7Verify mailing address against instructions
  8. 8Include a cover letter with company identifier
  9. 9Send via trackable mail or approved e‑file method
  10. 10Retain a dated copy of the submitted form

How to file this form

  1. 1Download the current Form 5310‑A PDF from IRS.gov
  2. 2Enter company name, EIN, and tax year exactly as on Form 5310
  3. 3Mark the box for a 6‑month automatic extension
  4. 4Sign and date the form as an authorized officer
  5. 5Prepare a cover letter referencing the pending Form 5310
  6. 6Mail the package to the address in the instructions (or e‑file if permitted)
  7. 7Record the mailing date and tracking number

Known limitations

  1. 1Form does not grant extensions beyond six months
  2. 2No electronic filing guarantee for all foreign entities
  3. 3IRS may reject if the original Form 5310 deadline is already missed
  4. 4No fee schedule provided; assume no fee unless otherwise noted

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 5310‑A is currently active for tax years beginning on or after January 1, 2022. Check the IRS website for any future revisions.

What changed or needs a fresh check

  • Edition date – verify the form is the 2024 revision or later
  • Fee – no filing fee for Form 5310‑A
  • Mailing address – use the address in the current instructions
  • Signature line – ensure an authorized officer signs
  • Electronic filing option – confirm availability for your entity

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Quick Facts

Foreign insurance companies (or their authorized representatives) file this form.
The form captures the company’s name, EIN, tax year, original filing deadline, and the requested extension period.
File Form 5310‑A on or before the original Form 5310 due date, typically the 15th day of the third month after the tax year ends.
Mail the completed form to the IRS address listed in the instructions for Form 5310‑A, or submit electronically if the IRS e‑file option is available for your entity type.
Submitting the extension after the deadline makes it ineffective, and the company may be assessed penalties for late filing of Form 5310.
1. Download the latest Form 5310‑A from IRS.gov. 2. Fill in the identifying information and select the 6‑month extension. 3. Sign and date the form. 4. Attach any required supporting statements. 5. Mail (or e‑file) before the original Form 5310 deadline and keep a copy for your records.

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After you file

  1. 1Keep the mailed copy and tracking receipt for at least three years
  2. 2Monitor IRS correspondence for acceptance or rejection notices
  3. 3If accepted, note the new Form 5310 deadline in your calendar
  4. 4Prepare the full Form 5310 to file by the extended date
  5. 5Update your internal compliance calendar with the new deadline
  6. 6If rejected, correct the identified issue and re‑submit promptly

Sources

  • SRCForm 5310‑A title and purposeIRS official instructions
  • SRCExtension period of six monthsIRS guidance for Form 5310‑A
  • SRCNo filing feeIRS fee schedule for extension forms
  • SRCSignature requirementForm instructions
  • SRCMailing addressIRS instructions page for Form 5310‑A
  • SRCEdition date locationTop of the form PDF
  • SRCEligibilityForeign insurance companies per IRS definition
  • SRCElectronic filing optionNot clearly stated in the provided official source

Common confusion points

Extension length

Some think any length is possible

→ Only automatic 6‑month extensions allowed

Electronic filing availability

Not all foreign insurers can e‑file

→ Verify IRS e‑file eligibility first

Signature requirement

Some assume a corporate seal suffices

→ A handwritten or authorized electronic signature is required

Mailing address

Instructions change yearly

→ Use the address listed on the current form version

Form number

May be confused with Form 5310

→ 5310‑A is solely the extension request

Workflow map

Related forms and next steps

4 signals

Before

Form 5310 – Annual return that needs the extension

Current

5310A

After

Form 5310 – File the actual return by the new deadline

Often used with

Form 7004 – General application for automatic extensions (different returns)

⚠ If something goes wrong

  • IRS Notice of Rejection – Review reason and correct

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