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This document contains official instructions for IRS Form 1120 , U.S. Corporation Income Tax Return - a tax form released and collected by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), a subdivision of the U.S. Department of the Treasury. An up-to-date fillable IRS Form 1120 Schedule N is available for download through this link.
Q: What is Form 1120?
A: Form 1120 is the U.S. Corporation Income Tax Return.
Q: Who needs to file Form 1120?
A: Any corporation organized in the United States, including S corporations and C corporations, needs to file Form 1120.
Q: What is the purpose of Form 1120?
A: The purpose of Form 1120 is to report the income, deductions, gains, losses, and credits of a U.S. corporation for the tax year.
Q: When is Form 1120 due?
A: Form 1120 is generally due on the 15th day of the 4th month following the end of the corporation's tax year.
Q: What information is required to complete Form 1120?
A: To complete Form 1120, you will need information about the corporation's income, expenses, deductions, credits, and any other relevant financial information.
Q: Can Form 1120 be filed electronically?
A: Yes, Form 1120 can be filed electronically using the IRS e-file system.
Q: Are there any penalties for not filing Form 1120?
A: Yes, there are penalties for not filing Form 1120 or filing it late. The penalties vary depending on the size of the corporation and the length of the delay.
Q: Can I request an extension to file Form 1120?
A: Yes, you can request an extension to file Form 1120 using Form 7004. The extension will give you an additional 6 months to file the return.
Q: Do I need to attach any documents to Form 1120?
A: You may need to attach certain schedules and supporting documents to Form 1120, depending on the corporation's activities and income sources. Check the instructions for Form 1120 for more information.
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