FID-EXT: Declaration of Estimated Tax Return Extension (2024)
Delaware · Delaware Division of Revenue · Used for tax years 2024
Form FID-EXT is an application for an automatic extension of time to file the 2024 Delaware fiduciary income tax return, FID-TAX. It identifies the trust or estate and fiduciary and records the installment and installment payment amounts.
Who files this form
Form FID-EXT is for a fiduciary requesting an automatic extension of time to file Delaware Form FID-TAX, the fiduciary income tax return for a trust or estate.
When it's due
For tax year 2024:
- Form FID-EXT must be filed by April 30, 2025.
- The form requests an automatic extension to file FID-TAX until October 15, 2025.
The form also provides spaces for fiscal-year dates.
What you'll need
Have the following information ready to complete the form:
- Taxpayer ID.
- Name of the trust or estate.
- Fiduciary’s name and title.
- Street address, city, state and ZIP code.
- Installment amount and installment payment amount.
- Fiscal-year dates, if applicable.
- Signer’s title, email address and phone number.
How to file
Complete the form’s identification, extension and payment fields. Have the fiduciary officer or representative sign and date it.
Mail the completed form with remittance payable to:
Delaware Division of Revenue
PO Box 2044
Wilmington, DE 19899-2044
Keep a copy for your records. Do not cut the page.
Common mistakes
The form specifically reminds filers to:
- Sign the return before sending it.
- Keep a copy for their records.
- Not cut the page.
Questions people ask
What does Form FID-EXT request?
It requests an automatic extension of time to file Delaware Form FID-TAX, the fiduciary income tax return.
What filing date does the extension request for tax year 2024?
The form requests an extension until October 15, 2025. Form FID-EXT itself must be filed by April 30, 2025.
Does the form have space for a fiscal-year filer?
Yes. It includes a fiscal-year-end field and spaces for fiscal-year extension dates.
Who signs the form?
The signature line is for the fiduciary officer or representative. The signer declares under penalties of perjury that they have examined the return, including accompanying schedules and statements, and believe it is true, correct and complete.