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Your tax return could be late even if you mail it early — here’s why

Tax returns must be postmarked by April 15 to avoid being late. However, USPS doesn't always postmark mail as soon as it's ...

New USPS postmark rule: Why your 'on-time' tax return could be late

Dropping your return in a mailbox isn't enough in 2026. Learn why a missing postmark could trigger "failure to file" ...

2026 USPS postmark rule change: why IRS tax returns mailed April 15 may be late, penalties triggered, and safe filing steps explained

USPS postmark rules 2026 are creating real tax filing risks this year. Over 160 million Americans file taxes annually, and ...