IRS Employment Tax Due Dates
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AuthorityInternal Revenue Service (IRS)
JurisdictionUnited States (Federal)
Last Retrieved2026-02-12
ConfidenceHIGH
Source: IRS Publication 15, Calendar of Important Tax Dates.
Visit Official IRS PageForm 941 (Quarterly)
Employers who withhold income tax, social security, and Medicare tax must file Form 941 quarterly.
| Quarter Ending | Standard Due Date | 10-Day Extension* |
|---|---|---|
| March 31 (Q1) | April 30 | May 10 |
| June 30 (Q2) | July 31 | August 10 |
| Sept 30 (Q3) | October 31 | November 10 |
| Dec 31 (Q4) | January 31 | February 10 |
*If you made deposits on time in full payment of the taxes for the quarter, you may file by the 10th day of the second month following the end of the quarter.
Form 940 (Annual FUTA)
Due Date: January 31
However, if you deposited all FUTA tax when due, you may file by February 10.
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