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8809 Form

What Is Form 8809?

Updated: July 11, 2025
Tags: 8809, 8809 Form, Form 8809

Key Takeaways

  • IRS Form 8809 is for extending time to file information returns like 1099 forms.
  • Filing Form 8809 grants an automatic 30-day extension for W-2, 1099, and other specified forms.
  • Submit Form 8809 by the return’s due date to receive the extension.
  • Key Form 8809 due dates in 2020 included January 31, February 28, and April 1 (depending on the return).

IRS Form 8809 is used to apply for an extension of time to file informational returns. For example, payers use this form to extend the deadline for their 1099 forms.

When You Need to File 8809

  • If you need more time to file your W-2, 1099, 1098, 3921, 3922, 1042-S, or 1095-B
  • Filing this form will give you an automatic 30-day extension of the deadline for any of the forms listed above.
  • You must file Form 8809 by the due date of the returns in order to get the 30-day extension.
  • You may apply for an additional 30-day extension if you meet certain hardship condition qualifications.

Form 8809 Deadlines For 2020

Forms must be transmitted to the IRS before the deadline. The due dates for Form 8809:

  • Recipient copy > January 31
  • IRS Paper Filing > April 1
  • IRS eFile > February 28

If the due date falls on a weekend or holiday, it will be due the next business day.

How to eFile 8809 for the Year 2020?

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