REV-276 Application for Automatic Extension of Time to File - Instructions

Sep 19, 2026

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REV-276 provides instructions for requesting an automatic extension to file a Pennsylvania tax return. It explains who must file the extension, when it must be submitted, and clarifies that an extension to file does not extend the time for full tax payment. The document outlines three filing methods, including automatic extensions for different return types, electronic payment options via myPATH, and Fed/State e-file for submitting the electronic application. It also notes penalty and electronic-payment thresholds, plus completion requirements for identifiers and payment fields.

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Who must file an extension and when

How to file

Automatic extension by return type

Paying additional tax due

Electronic services and payment rules

myPATH portal

Credit/debit card payments

General instructions for completing the form

IMPORTANT: FILL IN FORM MUST BE DOWNLOADED ONTO YOUR COMPUTER PRIOR TO COMPLETING REV-276 (EX) 04-25 (FI) PAGE 1 OF 2 REV-276 APPLICATION FOR AUTOMATIC EXTENSION OF TIME TO FILE WHO MUST FILE AN EXTENSION AND WHEN MUST THE EXTENSION BE FILED If a tax return cannot be filed on or before the original due date of a return (usually April 15 for calendar year filers or the 15th day of the fourth month following the end or close of a tax year for fiscal-year or short-year period filers), taxpayers who reasonably expect to have additional tax due with their return or who cannot or did not obtain an extension of time to file their federal tax return, must file a Pennsylvania extension and pay any additional tax due, if applicable. An extension of time to file does not extend the time for full payment of the tax and does not preclude the assessment of penalty and interest for underpayment of tax due. HOW TO FILE The department offers three ways to request an extension of time to file a Pennsylvania tax return. However, not all methods are available for all types of filers. 1. All types of filers (PA-40, PA-40 NRC, PA-41 , and PA- 20S/PA-65) can file the REV-276 (with or without additional tax due) by the due date of the return to receive an automatic extension of time to file. PA-40 and PA-40 NRC filers will receive an automatic six-month extension, PA-20S/PA-65 filers will receive an automatic five-month extension while PA-41 filers will receive an automatic five-and-one-halfmonth extension. See Amount of Payment instructions. 2. PA-40 filers with additional tax due may pay in full the amount of Pennsylvania personal income tax expected tobe reasonably due on or before the original due date of the return via electronic funds transfer without mailing the REV-276 . Visit [mypath.pa.gov](mypath.pa.gov) and select an Extension payment to pay via electronic funds transfer by credit or debit card. 3. PA-40, PA-41, PA-40 NRC, and PA-20S/PA-65 filers may also file an electronic version of the REV-276 (with or without additional tax due) using Fed/State e-file. Payments can be made via electronic funds transfer (EFT) or paper check. Paper checks must be mailed to the department at the address noted below along with the completed application. See Amount of Payment instructions. NOTE: Blanket requests for extensions of time to file Pennsylvania tax returns will not be considered. A separate REV-276 must be submitted for each return. ELECTRONIC SERVICES Individuals can remit estimated, extension , and tax due payments through the Department's myPATH portal. Visit [mypath.pa.gov](mypath.pa.gov) and select Make a Payment to pay via electronic funds transfer. Payments equal to or greater than $15,000 must be made electronically. Payments not made electronically will be subject to a penalty equal to 3 percent of the payment amount not to exceed $500. Individuals can remit estimated, extension, and tax due payments with a credit card or debit card. Call ACI Payments toll free directly at 1-800-2PAYTAX (1-800-272-9829) to pay with a credit or debit card. Visit ACI Payments at[acipayonline.com](acipayonline.com) for convenience/transaction fee calculations. IMPORTANT: First-time Pennsylvania filers cannot pay by credit or debit card. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS Complete the primary SSN or FEIN, check digit, spouse’s SSN (if applicable), payment amount, and type of return ovals where indicated. (Continued on reverse side) ✁ t DEtach hERE t 2025 REV-276 APPLICATION FOR AUTOMATIC EXTENSION OF TIME TO FILE START ➜ PRIMARY SSN OR FEIN CHECK DIGIT SPOUSE’S SSN Make check or money order payable to the Pennsylvania Department of Revenue | LAST NAME | | | FIRST NAME | | MI | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | | | | | | | | SPOUSE’S LAST NAME | | | FIRST NAME | | MI | | | | | | | | | FIRST LINE OF ADDRESS | | | | | | | | | | | | | | SECOND LINE OF ADDRESS | | | | | | | | | |

FAQs

Does the REV-276 extension extend the time to pay taxes?

No. An extension of time to file does not extend the time for full payment of the tax, and penalty and interest may apply for underpayment.

What are the available ways to request an extension using REV-276?

The department offers three ways: filing by the due date for an automatic extension, paying additional tax due electronically without mailing the form in certain cases, and filing an electronic version through Fed/State e-file.

How does myPATH affect electronic payment requirements and penalties?

myPATH allows estimated, extension, and tax-due payments. Payments equal to or greater than $15,000 must be made electronically; non-electronic payments may be subject to a penalty of 3% of the payment amount, up to $500.

Sep 19, 2026

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