Form R-2868V: Individual Income Tax 2023 Automatic Extension Payment Voucher
Form LA-R-2868V, also referred to as the Individual Income Tax 2023 Automatic Extension Payment Voucher, is a document provided by the Louisiana Department of Revenue. It allows taxpayers to submit a payment along with their request for an automatic extension to file their 2023 Louisiana individual income tax return.
Who Should Use Form LA-R-2868V?
A. Taxpayers Anticipating Owing Tax: If you believe you'll owe Louisiana income tax for 2023 and cannot file your return by the original due date, you should use this form to submit an estimated payment with your extension request.
B. Not for Electronic Payments: If you plan to electronically file your return and make a payment, you don't need this voucher. You can make electronic payments directly through the Louisiana Department of Revenue website.
How to Use Form LA-R-2868V:
Step 1: Estimate Your Tax Liability: Calculate the estimated amount of Louisiana income tax you owe for 2023. Resources like tax software or a tax professional can help with this process.
Step 2: Complete the Voucher: Fill out the voucher with your name, Social Security number, daytime phone number, and the estimated tax amount.
Step 3: Detach and Submit: Detach the payment voucher from the form and submit it with your payment (check or money order) to the Louisiana Department of Revenue. Do not send cash.
Do I need to file Form LA-R-2868V to get an extension?
No, Louisiana automatically grants a 6-month extension to all individual filers. This form is only necessary if you want to submit an estimated payment with your extension request.
What happens if I don't pay by May 15th?
The extension only applies to filing your return. Penalties and interest will accrue on any unpaid tax balance from the original due date of May 15th. This form allows you to submit an estimated payment to minimize late-payment penalties.
Can I use this form to pay electronically?
No, this voucher is for submitting payments by check or money order. For electronic payments, visit the Louisiana Department of Revenue website: https://revenue.louisiana.gov/
What if I overestimate my tax liability on the voucher?
Any overpayment will be credited to your tax account and can be applied to your final tax return or refunded.