More Time to File Taxes in California? Here’s What You Need to Know

Apr 21
1 min read

Tax season can be stressful, but there's good news for California taxpayers: the state offers an automatic extension to file your state taxes until October 15, 2025.

But that doesn’t mean you can delay your payment—here's what to keep in mind.

🗓️ Automatic Extension to File

All California taxpayers—individuals and businesses—automatically receive a filing extension until October 15, 2025.📌 Important: If you owe taxes, your payment must be made or postmarked by April 15, 2025 to avoid penalties and interest.

If you’re unsure whether you owe, the Franchise Tax Board (FTB) offers an online Tax Calculator (in English) to help estimate your balance.

Special Relief for Los Angeles County Fire Victims

Taxpayers (individuals and businesses) affected by the January 7, 2025 wildfires in Los Angeles County qualify for extended tax relief.

🗓️ You now have until October 15, 2025 to file and pay your California state taxes without penalty

What You Should Do Now:

Check if you owe taxes.
Pay by April 15, 2025 if you do, to avoid penalties.
Gather your financial documents early.
Use the extra time to file accurately and avoid mistakes.

ISTAXPRO Is Here to Help You File with Confidence

Whether you’re using the automatic extension or were affected by the wildfires, ISTAXPRO is ready to support you with complete tax, accounting, and notarial services so you can file right—and on time.