Get Answers Support Tax Filings & Payments Other Forms Form 8809 & 15397 (Extension) What is form 8809? Last modified 2/3/2023 8:20:49 AM EST Form 8809, officially titled "Application for Extension of Time to File Information Returns," is used to request an extension for filing certain IRS information returns. Businesses or entities can use this form if they need additional time to file tax forms. Form 8809 can be used to request an automatic 30-day extension for filing most information returns, such as, 1099 W-2 1098 1097 W-2G 5498 8027 3921 3922 1042-S ACA Forms 1094/1095 Was this helpful? Yes No Related Questions How to file form 8809 to request an extension for 1099-NEC/W-2 forms? Is it possible to e-file form 8809 to IRS/SSA from TaxBandits? How to file Form 8809 for information returns other than Form 1099-NEC/W-2 in TaxBandits? What is the due date to file the 8809/15397 extension form? Go to Home Page Need more help? Get in touch with our dedicated support team Contact Us (704) 684-4751 support@taxbandits.com Sign Up for a FREE TaxBandits Account! The Smart CPA Choice Register Now Already have an account? Sign in