California Tax Returns Announced To Be Filed Only Until April 15, With A Granted Extension 6 Months After

Taxpayers should be filing their California tax returns before April 15.

An extension for the filing of California tax returns will be in October. (Photo: Marca.com)

Filing Of California Tax Returns

Taxpayers in California must file their federal and California tax returns by April 15. An automatic extension was also granted for the filing of the California tax returns that is until Oct. 15.

Refunds from the California tax returns can be received in 21 days if filed electronically through FTB and IRS, with direct deposit requested. California tax returns on paper may take up to three months for a refund.

Accuracy and up-to-date information in filing California tax returns can help avoid delays. To check the refund status of your California tax returns, provide the necessary information to FTB or use the IRS tool “Where’s My Refund?”.

According to a published article by SmartNews, use self-service options online before contacting FTB for assistance concerning California tax returns. Processing times of those who have filed for California tax returns can be monitored on the FTB website.

California’s New Direct File Service

In a published article by the Los Angeles Times, the IRS has launched a new Direct File service for California residents to file their federal tax returns for 2023 online.

This service is aimed at people with very simple tax returns, providing step-by-step guidance and handling form details for users. It is now available in California, Arizona, Nevada, and nine other states.

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