Trending Now - Last-minute Tax Extensions: Know Your Payment Deadlines

WHO:

ABC News Business - Tax procrastinators in the U.S.

Fox News - Approximately 20 million Americans who file tax extensions each year.

WHAT:

ABC News Business - Tax Day in the U.S. is on April 15th.

Fox News - Taxes owed are still due to the IRS by the April 15th deadline, even for those who file for an extension.

WHERE:

ABC News Business - United States.

Fox News - IRS (Internal Revenue Service) locations across the U.S.

WHEN:

ABC News Business - Tax Day is on April 15th, 2026.

Fox News - The deadline for tax payments is April 15th, 2026.

WHY:

Fox News - Many taxpayers are unaware that taxes owed must be paid by the April 15th deadline, even if they file for an extension.

HOW:

ABC News Business - Taxpayers can seek an extension to file their taxes, but must still pay any taxes owed by the deadline.

(UPDATED April 15, 2026 13:22 UTC)

Tax Day in the U.S. falls on Wednesday, and this year, that means taxes owed are still due to the IRS by the same deadline, even for the approximately 20 million Americans who file for extensions. Many taxpayers may not realize that while they can seek an extension to file their taxes, they must still pay any taxes owed by on Wednesday. As the deadline approaches, it's important for everyone to stay informed and ensure their payments are submitted on time.