INSTRUCTIONS: GEORGIA APPLICATION FOR EXTENSION OF TIME FOR FILING STATE INCOME TAX RETURNS (Form IT-303)

Georgia citizens may complete an application for more time to file their state income tax returns on grounds of sickness, absence from the state, disability or any other cause deemed reasonable. To do so, submit a form IT-313. This document is available on the website of the Georgia Department of Revenue. Note that if you wish to also submit payment, this is done using a separate form. You will not be informed if your application has been approved, only if it has been rejected.

Georgia Application For Extension Of Time For Filing State Income Tax Returns IT-303 Step 1: In section A, the person completing the form should enter their name and address.

Georgia Application For Extension Of Time For Filing State Income Tax Returns IT-303 Step 2: In section C, if this form is being prepared on behalf of someone else, enter the name and address of the taxpayer on whose behalf this is being filed.

Georgia Application For Extension Of Time For Filing State Income Tax Returns IT-303 Step 3: In section D1, indicate with a check mark the kind of tax forms you are seeking an extension on.

Georgia Application For Extension Of Time For Filing State Income Tax Returns IT-303 Step 4: In section D2, write the end period for each tax form in question.

Georgia Application For Extension Of Time For Filing State Income Tax Returns IT-303 Step 5: In section D3, give the date up to which you would like your extension to last within a six month limit.

Georgia Application For Extension Of Time For Filing State Income Tax Returns IT-303 Step 6: In section E, give a written explanation of the reason you are seeking an extension.

Georgia Application For Extension Of Time For Filing State Income Tax Returns IT-303 Step 7: You or your authorized agent should sign and date the form. If the form is signed by an authorized agent, they should write in their firm or trade name.

Georgia Application For Extension Of Time For Filing State Income Tax Returns IT-303 Step 8: This form must be completed in triplicate. One copy should be attached to your return when it is filed. The last copy should be maintained for your records.