About Form 7004, Application for Automatic Extension of Time To File Certain Business Income Tax, Information, and Other Returns | Internal Revenue Service
Summary: Form 7004 is an IRS document used by businesses to request an automatic 6-month extension of time to file specific income tax, information, and other returns.
Form 7004 (Rev. December 2025) is the official IRS application for an automatic extension of time to file various business-related tax returns. The form requires filers to identify the specific return type using a provided form code, provide entity information, and specify the tax year. It includes sections for consolidated return filers, foreign corporations, and those qualifying under Regulations section 1.6081-5. Filers must also provide tentative tax information and total payments/credits to calculate any balance due. The form is rights-enabled and fillable.
Document outline
1. Form 7004 Identifying Information 2. Part I: Automatic Extension for Certain Business Income Tax, Information, and Other Returns 3. Form Codes and Applicable Returns 4. Part II: All Filers Must Complete This Part 5. Foreign Corporation and Consolidated Return Provisions 6. Tax Year and Filing Status (Initial/Final/Short Year) 7. Tentative Tax and Balance Due Calculation