Kentucky | Personal Tax Extension | Form 740EXT | Application for Extension of Time to File

Modified on Tue, 14 Jan at 1:22 PM

State AbbreviationKY
State NameKentucky
Extension StatusApproved with Federal Extension
Return Due Date

April 15, 2025

Extended Due Date

October 15, 2025

Other Information
  • Kentucky grants an automatic 6-month extension provided you have been approved for a federal extension by the IRS.
  • Be sure to attach a copy of your federal extension with the Kentucky tax return when filed.
Online PaymentKentucky | Online Tax Extension Payment
Payment Voucher TitleForm 740EXT | Application for Extension of Time to File
State Payment AgencyKentucky Department of Revenue
Mailing Address with PaymentKentucky Department of Revenue
P.O. Box 1190
Frankfort, KY 40602-1190
Online Payment Options | Credit CardAccess the Department of Revenue’s website at https://epayment.ky.gov/EPAY. Payments may also be made by phone at 502-564-4581
Online Payment Options | ACH DebitAccess the Department of Revenue’s website at https://epayment.ky.gov/EPAY. Payments may also be made by phone at 502-564-4581.
Failure to File PenaltiesFailure to file by due date Greater of: • 2% of outstanding tax liability for each 30-day period, not to exceed 20%; or • $10. Failure to file upon written request Greater of: • 5% of estimated tax assessed for each 30-day period, not to exceed 50%; or • $100.
Failure to Pay Penalties30 daysGreater of: • 2% of outstanding tax liability for each 30-days, not to exceed 20%; or • $10.

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