Arkansas Sole Proprietorship Tax Deadlines 2026

Complete guide to Sole Proprietorship filing dates, extensions, estimated payment schedules, and required forms in Arkansas for the 2026 tax year. Arkansas imposes a state income tax, so Sole Proprietorship entities must file both federal and state returns.

Arkansas Sole Proprietorship filing deadline

Conforms to the federal calendar-year due date unless the state announces relief.

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Due: Apr 15, 2026

Extension: Oct 15, 2026

Form: State income tax return

Estimated payments

Quarterly estimated payment dates: Apr 15, 2026, Jun 15, 2026, Sep 15, 2026, Jan 15, 2027.

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Due: Apr 15, 2026

Arkansas Sole Proprietorship Tax Calendar at a Glance

EventDate
Filing deadlineApr 15, 2026
Extension deadlineOct 15, 2026
Q1 estimated paymentApr 15, 2026
Q2 estimated paymentJun 15, 2026
Q3 estimated paymentSep 15, 2026
Q4 estimated paymentJan 15, 2027

FAQ

When is the Sole Proprietorship tax filing deadline in Arkansas for 2026?

The Arkansas Sole Proprietorship tax return is due Apr 15, 2026 for the 2026 tax year. An extension is available until Oct 15, 2026.

Does Arkansas require Sole Proprietorship estimated tax payments?

Yes, Arkansas requires estimated tax payments for Sole Proprietorship entities. The quarterly due dates are: Apr 15, 2026, Jun 15, 2026, Sep 15, 2026, Jan 15, 2027. Penalties may apply if you underpay or miss a deadline.

What form do I file for a Sole Proprietorship in Arkansas?

Sole Proprietorship entities in Arkansas file using Form State income tax return. You can download the form from Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration at https://www.dfa.arkansas.gov.

Can I get an extension for my Arkansas Sole Proprietorship tax return?

Yes. Arkansas allows an extension for Sole Proprietorship returns until Oct 15, 2026. Note that an extension gives you more time to file, not more time to pay — any tax owed is still due by the original deadline of Apr 15, 2026.

What are the penalties for filing late in Arkansas?

Arkansas typically charges a failure-to-file penalty (usually 5% of unpaid tax per month, up to 25%) and a failure-to-pay penalty (usually 0.5-1% per month). Interest also accrues on unpaid balances. Filing for an extension by the original deadline avoids the failure-to-file penalty but not the failure-to-pay penalty.

Where can I file Arkansas Sole Proprietorship taxes?

File through Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration. Visit https://www.dfa.arkansas.gov for e-filing options, downloadable forms, and payment portals.

Arkansas Estimated Tax Payments

View the full quarterly estimated payment schedule for Arkansas, including all entity types and payment methods.

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