The deadline for the second quarter estimated tax payment for the 2026 tax year is Monday, June 15, 2026. This payment covers income earned from April 1 through May 31, 2026.

Estimated tax payments can be made in several ways:

Paying electronically provides a confirmation record and helps reduce the risk of late or misapplied payments.Visit IRS.gov to view all the payment options.

For estimated tax purposes, the year is divided into four payment periods. Each period has a specific payment due date. If you don’t pay enough tax by the due date of each payment period, you may be charged a penalty even if you’re due a refund when you file your income tax return at the end of the year. Third quarter estimates will be due on September 15, 2026. Fourth quarter will be due on January 15, 2027.

Questions? Reach out to your tax professional.

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