The IRS (Internal Revenue Service) has extended the deadline for taxpayers in several states affected by natural disasters. Those impacted by storms, tornadoes, flooding, and wildfires have until November 3, 2025, to file their business or individual tax returns and make tax payments.
This relief applies to Mississippi, Texas, Missouri, Oklahoma, and other areas in the U.S. that experienced severe weather events in 2025.
Mississippi: Relief for Storm and Flood Victims
Following the devastating storms and flooding that struck Mississippi on March 14, 2025, taxpayers in affected regions have been granted tax relief.
The IRS allows these individuals and businesses to delay filing tax returns and making payments until November 3, 2025. This extension gives victims the time they need to recover without the added stress of tax obligations.
Texas: Relief for Storm and Flood Victims
Texas also qualifies for IRS tax relief following storms and flooding that occurred on March 26, 2025. Taxpayers in the affected areas are eligible to delay their tax filings and payments until November 3, 2025, just like those in Mississippi. This tax relief allows affected residents and businesses to focus on recovery rather than tax deadlines.
Missouri and Oklahoma: Relief for Wildfires and Wind Damage
In addition to Mississippi and Texas, the IRS has extended tax relief to Missouri and Oklahoma. In Missouri, wildfires, storms, and tornadoes that started on March 14, 2025 have led to similar extensions for business and individual tax returns. These taxpayers now have until November 3, 2025 to file and make payments.
In Oklahoma, wildfires and straight-line winds were the cause of disaster, and taxpayers in the affected areas can also delay filing and payments until November 3, 2025. The IRS aims to provide these taxpayers the necessary time to recover from the devastation.
How to Check Your Eligibility for IRS Tax Relief
If you reside in one of the affected areas and are wondering whether you qualify for IRS tax relief, the IRS offers an easy way to check. Visit the official IRS website at https://www.irs.gov/newsroom/tax-relief-in-disaster-situations and navigate to the “Disaster relief by State” section.
By clicking on the “Get information for your State” button, you can see the most up-to-date information about the IRS tax relief available in your area. The relief provisions are based on FEMA (Federal Emergency Management Agency) declarations, which officially recognize the disaster’s impact.
Additionally, you can check the “Tax relief by date” section for information on relief for taxpayers affected by recent disasters. For example, some residents in Virginia have also been granted relief due to severe winter storms and floods, with deadlines extended until November 3, 2025. Other states, such as Tennessee, Arkansas, West Virginia, and Kentucky, have similar relief provisions in place.
In response to recent natural disasters, the IRS has granted significant tax relief to taxpayers in Mississippi, Texas, Missouri, Oklahoma, and several other states.
These extensions give affected individuals and businesses until November 3, 2025, to file their tax returns and make payments. To determine if you qualify, visit the IRS’s official website for detailed guidance. The disaster tax relief offers much-needed financial relief during these challenging times.
FAQs
How can I confirm if I qualify for IRS tax relief after a natural disaster?
Visit the IRS website’s “Disaster relief by State” section and select your state for the most up-to-date information.
What types of disasters qualify for tax relief?
Tax relief applies to individuals and businesses impacted by storms, flooding, wildfires, tornadoes, and straight-line winds as declared by FEMA.
Can I still make payments after the tax filing deadline?
Yes, the IRS tax relief allows affected taxpayers to file returns and make payments until November 3, 2025, regardless of the usual deadlines.