This topic provides electronic filing opening day information and information about relevant due dates for 5500 returns.
Notes
- There is no limit for the grace period on a rejected 5500 return, but you should resubmit the return as soon as possible.
- Technically, the return is filed and posted on the DOL website, even if the status of the return is rejected.
Date | Event |
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1/01/23 |
EFAST begins accepting 2018 Form 5500 and Form 5500-SF electronic returns. Note: For more information on the tax years supported for 5500 electronic filing, see 5500-US ELF: Years supported for electronic filing (FAQ). |
7/31/23 | Due date for timely-filed calendar-year-end Form 5500 returns and Form 5558 extensions for Form 5500 and Form 8955-SA. |
9/15/23 | Due date for timely-filed calendar-year-end Form 5500 returns who are filing as a Direct Filing Entity (DFE). |
10/17/23 | Due date for transmission of calendar-year-end Form 5500 returns on extension. |
Related topics
UltraTax/5500 electronic filing overview
Transmitting & Tracking E-Files
Entity-specific calendars for electronic filing dates overview
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