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Louisiana
State Personal Income
Tax Extension

Louisiana Requires:

  • The state grants an extension if you already have an approved federal extension rather than requesting an extension using the state extension Form.
  • Alternatively, Individuals can file Form R-2868 to request an Extension for Form IT-540 if they don't have an approved federal tax extension.
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An Overview of Louisiana State Personal Income Tax Extension Forms

- Updated April 11, 2023 - 8.00 AM by Admin, ExpressExtension

Table of content

1. Does Louisiana support tax extension for personal income
tax returns?

2. What Form does the state require to file an extension?

3. When is the Deadline to file an extension with the Louisiana State

4. How do I pay my balance due to the state of Louisiana?

5. Mailing Address for filing Extension with the State

Does Louisiana support tax extension for personal income
tax returns?

Yes. The state of Louisiana requires individuals to file a Federal Form 4868 rather than requesting a separate state
tax extension.

In case the federal tax extension Form 4868 was rejected, then the individuals can file State Tax extension
Form R-2868.

What Form does the state of Louisiana require to apply for
an extension?

Individuals in Louisiana need to file Form R-2868 with the state to get a 6-month extension of time to file their personal income tax returns Form IT-540 with the state.

  • Form R-2868- Request For Extension Of Time For Filing Individual
    Tax Returns

Note: Make sure to pay any taxes due along with the extension Form to avoid penalties and interest.

When is the deadline to file Form R-2868 with the state of Louisiana?

Louisiana State individual tax extension Form R-2868 must be filed on or before the 15th day of the 5th month after the tax year ends (May 17 for calendar
year filers).

How do I pay my balance due along with the extension Form?

If you owe Louisiana state taxes, you must pay your tax due by the regular due date, or you will be charged with penalties and interest.

Make a tax payment with your extension using Form IT-540ES (Estimated Tax Declaration Voucher) and attach it to
Form R-2868.

You can also pay the tax due online using https://revenue.louisiana.gov/EServices/LouisianaFileOnline or mailing
your Form.

Mailing Address for filing Extension with
the State

Where do I mail the extension
Form R-2868?

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Louisiana Department of Revenue
P.O. Box 3440
Baton Rouge, LA 70821-3440

Where do I mail the payment
Form IT-540ES?

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Louisiana Department of Revenue
P.O. Box 91007
Baton Rouge LA 70821-9007