COVID-19 Summary Table: Deadlines for Individuals
The following table summarizes important deadlines individuals need to meet to fulfill their tax obligations during the COVID-19 pandemic. For more information, see COVID-19: FAQ for Individuals.
Important
We will not charge interest or impose penalties if you file your income tax return and pay your balance due by May 31, 2021.
| Obligation | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Personal income tax return for 2020 | April 30, 2021 |
| Personal income tax return for 2020 (individuals in business and their spouses) | June 15, 2021 |
| Principal return for an individual who died in 2020 (before November 1) | April 30, 2021 |
| Principal return for an individual who died in 2020 (before November 1), if the individual or their spouse carried on a business in 2020 | June 15, 2021 |
| Payment of any balance due for 2020 | April 30, 2021 |