Drake Tax - MA: Filing an Extension

How to e-file a MA extension

In Drake Tax, complete the following steps:

1. Complete screen STEX on the States tab in data entry.

2. On the federal EF screen select MA EXT under Select other states/cities to e-file. Also check the box that says Do NOT send Federal unless you intend to send a federal return or extension.

3. Fill in the PIN screen and if making an electronic payment fill in the PMT screen.

4. Calculate/view the return.

5. Clear any federal EF Message concerning the DD, PMT, and PIN screens, as well as the MA EX MSG page. These screens may affect the MA EXT.

6. E-file the MA EXT.