2026 Tax Deadlines For Salt Lake City Startups
Salt Lake City startups have fewer tax deadlines than companies operating in many cities; other than the federal and state April 15th deadline, the other major dates revolve around the sales and use tax payments, the annual business license, and the Nov 30th property tax deadline
Upcoming Salt Lake City deadlines in 2026
Q3 Utah State Sales and Use Tax payment due for quarterly filers.
Claim your Research & Development Tax Credits on Form 941.
Last day to pay 2024 Salt Lake County Property Taxes without penalty.
Delaware Quarterly Estimated Franchise Tax, Pay 20% of estimated annual amount (if annual amount expected to exceed $5,000).
Federal Quarterly Estimated Tax 4th installment (fourth quarter 2026).
Annual Sales and Use Tax payment due for annual filers. Q4 2025 Sales and Use Tax payment due for quarterly filers.
Total 31 tax events for Salt Lake City in 2026
Click the links to learn more about these filings and 2026 Salt Lake City startup tax deadlines
Federal Quarterly Estimated Tax 4th installment (fourth quarter 2025).
File your Utah Sales and Use Tax Return. File Form TC-62S (Single Place of Business) or Form TC-62M (Multiple Places of Business).
Claim Research & Development Tax Credits on Form 941, and file annual Federal Unemployment Tax Act (FUTA) return on Form 940. Use our handy calculator to estimate your possible research and development tax credit.
Salt Lake City startups should send 1099s to contractors. Send W2s to employees and e-file 1099-MISC for non-employee compensation with the IRS. Or file Form 8809 for a 30-day extension to file W2s and 1099-MISC for non-employee compensation.
Delaware Annual Franchise Report filing deadline. Your Salt Lake City startup will pay a minimum of $400, which increases if you have significant funding.
For Salt Lake City startups, IRS ACA Compliance 1094-B, 1095-B, 1094-C, and 1095-C filings are due (if paper-filing, due April 1 if eFiling). File Form 8809 for a 30-day extension.
Send 1095-B and 1095-C forms to employees.
IRS 30-day automatic extension: provide Form 1095-B and Form 1095C to employees.
IRS ACA Compliance 1094-B, 1095-B, 1094-C, and 1095-C filings are due (e-file).
File Utah Corporation Franchise and Income Tax Return - Form TC-20. Can extend to October 15.
C Corp Form 1120 Tax Return due. The Federal Form 1120 is the U.S. Corporation Income Tax Return, which the IRS has companies use to report their income, losses, credits, etc., and to figure the income tax liability of the corporation. Can extend the deadline to Oct. 15. All Salt Lake City startups are required to file this Federal form by this deadline unless they file an extension.
Federal Quarterly Estimated Tax 1st installment (first quarter 2026).
File the R&D Tax Credit Form 6765 with your tax return. Can extend to October 15. We strongly recommend working with a qualified CPA to prepare this form in conjunction with your Form 1120 if your company is going to be acquired by a major technology company, that company’s CFO will use a strong tax team to do due diligence on this.
Due date for Salt Lake City startup employees to make contributions to Individual Retirement Accounts (IRAs) for 2025 (Employee Benefits).
Q1 Utah State Sales and Use Tax payment due for quarterly filers.
Salt Lake City startups can claim Research & Development Tax Credits on Form 941.
Delaware Quarterly Estimated Franchise Tax. Pay 40% of estimated annual amount (if annual amount expected to exceed $5,000).
Federal Quarterly Estimated Tax 2nd installment (second quarter 2026).
Q2 Utah State Sales and Use Tax payment due for quarterly filers.
Claim Research & Development Tax Credits on Form 941.
Delaware Quarterly Estimated Franchise Tax. Pay 20% of your estimated annual amount (if annual amount expected to exceed $5,000).
Federal Quarterly Estimated Tax 3rd installment (third quarter 2026).
Utah Corporation Franchise and Income Tax Return - Form TC-20 final due date if extension was filed.
C Corp Form 1120 Tax Return final due date for Salt Lake City startups if extension was filed.
Q3 Utah State Sales and Use Tax payment due for quarterly filers.
Claim your Research & Development Tax Credits on Form 941.
Last day to pay 2024 Salt Lake County Property Taxes without penalty.
Delaware Quarterly Estimated Franchise Tax, Pay 20% of estimated annual amount (if annual amount expected to exceed $5,000).
Federal Quarterly Estimated Tax 4th installment (fourth quarter 2026).
Annual Sales and Use Tax payment due for annual filers. Q4 2025 Sales and Use Tax payment due for quarterly filers.
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Renew your Business License annually. Pay $20. Due by January 1 or first business day of the anniversary month.
Federal Quarterly Estimated Tax 4th installment (fourth quarter 2025).
File your Utah Sales and Use Tax Return. File Form TC-62S (Single Place of Business) or Form TC-62M (Multiple Places of Business).
Claim Research & Development Tax Credits on Form 941, and file annual Federal Unemployment Tax Act (FUTA) return on Form 940. Use our handy calculator to estimate your possible research and development tax credit.
Salt Lake City startups should send 1099s to contractors. Send W2s to employees and e-file 1099-MISC for non-employee compensation with the IRS. Or file Form 8809 for a 30-day extension to file W2s and 1099-MISC for non-employee compensation.
Delaware Annual Franchise Report filing deadline. Your Salt Lake City startup will pay a minimum of $400, which increases if you have significant funding.
For Salt Lake City startups, IRS ACA Compliance 1094-B, 1095-B, 1094-C, and 1095-C filings are due (if paper-filing, due April 1 if eFiling). File Form 8809 for a 30-day extension.
Send 1095-B and 1095-C forms to employees.
IRS 30-day automatic extension: provide Form 1095-B and Form 1095C to employees.
IRS ACA Compliance 1094-B, 1095-B, 1094-C, and 1095-C filings are due (e-file).
File Utah Corporation Franchise and Income Tax Return - Form TC-20. Can extend to October 15.
C Corp Form 1120 Tax Return due. The Federal Form 1120 is the U.S. Corporation Income Tax Return, which the IRS has companies use to report their income, losses, credits, etc., and to figure the income tax liability of the corporation. Can extend the deadline to Oct. 15. All Salt Lake City startups are required to file this Federal form by this deadline unless they file an extension.
Federal Quarterly Estimated Tax 1st installment (first quarter 2026).
File the R&D Tax Credit Form 6765 with your tax return. Can extend to October 15. We strongly recommend working with a qualified CPA to prepare this form in conjunction with your Form 1120 if your company is going to be acquired by a major technology company, that company’s CFO will use a strong tax team to do due diligence on this.
Due date for Salt Lake City startup employees to make contributions to Individual Retirement Accounts (IRAs) for 2025 (Employee Benefits).
Q1 Utah State Sales and Use Tax payment due for quarterly filers.
Salt Lake City startups can claim Research & Development Tax Credits on Form 941.
Delaware Quarterly Estimated Franchise Tax. Pay 40% of estimated annual amount (if annual amount expected to exceed $5,000).
Federal Quarterly Estimated Tax 2nd installment (second quarter 2026).
Q2 Utah State Sales and Use Tax payment due for quarterly filers.
Claim Research & Development Tax Credits on Form 941.
Delaware Quarterly Estimated Franchise Tax. Pay 20% of your estimated annual amount (if annual amount expected to exceed $5,000).
Federal Quarterly Estimated Tax 3rd installment (third quarter 2026).
Utah Corporation Franchise and Income Tax Return - Form TC-20 final due date if extension was filed.
C Corp Form 1120 Tax Return final due date for Salt Lake City startups if extension was filed.
Q3 Utah State Sales and Use Tax payment due for quarterly filers.
Claim your Research & Development Tax Credits on Form 941.
Last day to pay 2024 Salt Lake County Property Taxes without penalty.
Delaware Quarterly Estimated Franchise Tax, Pay 20% of estimated annual amount (if annual amount expected to exceed $5,000).
Federal Quarterly Estimated Tax 4th installment (fourth quarter 2026).
Annual Sales and Use Tax payment due for annual filers. Q4 2025 Sales and Use Tax payment due for quarterly filers.
Renew your Business License annually. Pay $20. Due by January 1 or first business day of the anniversary month.
Note: April 15 is the 2026 federal tax deadline for both small businesses and individuals. The federal extension deadline for 2026 is October 15. Most states usually follow the same calendar for state income tax returns.
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SALT LAKE CITY, STARTUPS AND TAXES
Salt Lake City has emerged in 2026 as a thriving tech and startup powerhouse with an ecosystem now ranked #40 globally. Home to over 760 active startups, the city’s tech sector grew by more than 22% last year, with total startup funding surpassing $1.32 billion and continued interest from major VC firms like Run Ventures, which launched a $290 million fund for early-stage technology companies in 2025.
Salt Lake City’s “Silicon Slopes” reputation is backed by a highly educated workforce – over 67,000 tech professionals in the metro area, 34% above the national average, and a strong talent pipeline from local universities such as the University of Utah. Startups specializing in AI, SaaS, fintech, healthtech, and climate innovation are drawn by competitive costs, quality of life, and supportive city programs such as the Economic Development Loan Fund, which will expand in 2026 to offer flexible loans for new businesses, including energy-efficient upgrades and marketing.
Key taxing authorities for Salt Lake City-based companies in 2026 are:
Important tax deadlines include the April 15th federal and state filings, annual Utah business renewal dates, quarterly estimated tax payments, and required property/business license filings, which are crucial for compliance and eligibility for local incentives.
With robust investment, an expanding global summit presence, and city grants for sustainable growth, Salt Lake City offers startup founders a dynamic environment to scale and innovate in 2026.
Total 30 tax events for Salt Lake City in 2025
Click the links to learn more about these filings and 2025 Salt Lake City startup tax deadlines
File your Utah Sales and Use Tax Return. File Form TC-62S (Single Place of Business) or Form TC-62M (Multiple Places of Business).
Claim Research & Development Tax Credits on Form 941, and file annual Federal Unemployment Tax Act (FUTA) return on Form 940. Use our handy calculator to estimate your possible research and development tax credit.
Salt Lake City startups should send 1099s to contractors. Send W2s to employees and e-file 1099-MISC for non-employee compensation with the IRS. Or file Form 8809 for a 30-day extension to file W2s and 1099-MISC for non-employee compensation.
For Salt Lake City startups, IRS ACA Compliance 1094-B, 1095-B, 1094-C, and 1095-C filings are due (if paper-filing, due April 1 if eFiling). File Form 8809 for a 30-day extension.
Delaware Annual Franchise Report filing deadline. Your Salt Lake City startup will pay a minimum of $400, which increases if you have significant funding.
IRS 30-day automatic extension: provide Form 1095-B and Form 1095C to employees.
IRS ACA Compliance 1094-B, 1095-B, 1094-C, and 1095-C filings are due (e-file).
File Utah Corporation Franchise and Income Tax Return - Form TC-20. Can extend to October 15.
C Corp Form 1120 Tax Return due. The Federal Form 1120 is the U.S. Corporation Income Tax Return, which the IRS has companies use to report their income, losses, credits, etc., and to figure the income tax liability of the corporation. Can extend the deadline to Oct. 15. All Salt Lake City startups are required to file this Federal form by this deadline unless they file an extension.
Federal Quarterly Estimated Tax 1st installment (first quarter 2024).
File the R&D Tax Credit Form 6765 with your tax return. Can extend to October 15. We strongly recommend working with a qualified CPA to prepare this form in conjunction with your Form 1120 if you are a high-growth startup – if your company is going to be acquired by a major technology company, that company’s CFO will use a strong tax team to do due diligence on this.
Due date for Salt Lake City startup employees to make contributions to Individual Retirement Accounts (IRAs) for 2023 (Employee Benefits).
Q1 Utah State Sales and Use Tax payment due for quarterly filers.
Salt Lake City startups can claim Research & Development Tax Credits on Form 941.
Delaware Quarterly Estimated Franchise Tax. Pay 40% of estimated annual amount (if annual amount expected to exceed $5,000).
Federal Quarterly Estimated Tax 2nd installment (second quarter 2024).
Q2 Utah State Sales and Use Tax payment due for quarterly filers.
Claim Research & Development Tax Credits on Form 941 .
Delaware Quarterly Estimated Franchise Tax. Pay 20% of your estimated annual amount (if annual amount expected to exceed $5,000).
Federal Quarterly Estimated Tax 3rd installment (third quarter 2024).
Utah Corporation Franchise and Income Tax Return - Form TC-20 final due date if extension was filed.
C Corp Form 1120 Tax Return final due date for Salt Lake City startups if extension was filed.
Q3 Utah State Sales and Use Tax payment due for quarterly filers.
Claim your Research & Development Tax Credits on Form 941.
Last day to pay 2024 Salt Lake County Property Taxes without penalty.
Delaware Quarterly Estimated Franchise Tax, Pay 20% of estimated annual amount (if annual amount expected to exceed $5,000).
Federal Quarterly Estimated Tax 4th installment (fourth quarter 2024).
Annual Sales and Use Tax payment due for annual filers. Q4 2025 Sales and Use Tax payment due for quarterly filers.
- Rolling
Renew your Business License annually. Pay $20.
File your Utah Sales and Use Tax Return. File Form TC-62S (Single Place of Business) or Form TC-62M (Multiple Places of Business).
Claim Research & Development Tax Credits on Form 941, and file annual Federal Unemployment Tax Act (FUTA) return on Form 940. Use our handy calculator to estimate your possible research and development tax credit.
Salt Lake City startups should send 1099s to contractors. Send W2s to employees and e-file 1099-MISC for non-employee compensation with the IRS. Or file Form 8809 for a 30-day extension to file W2s and 1099-MISC for non-employee compensation.
Delaware Annual Franchise Report filing deadline. Your Salt Lake City startup will pay a minimum of $400, which increases if you have significant funding.
IRS 30-day automatic extension: provide Form 1095-B and Form 1095C to employees.
File Utah Corporation Franchise and Income Tax Return - Form TC-20. Can extend to October 15.
C Corp Form 1120 Tax Return due. The Federal Form 1120 is the U.S. Corporation Income Tax Return, which the IRS has companies use to report their income, losses, credits, etc., and to figure the income tax liability of the corporation. Can extend the deadline to Oct. 15. All Salt Lake City startups are required to file this Federal form by this deadline unless they file an extension.
Federal Quarterly Estimated Tax 1st installment (first quarter 2024).
File the R&D Tax Credit Form 6765 with your tax return. Can extend to October 15. We strongly recommend working with a qualified CPA to prepare this form in conjunction with your Form 1120 if you are a high-growth startup – if your company is going to be acquired by a major technology company, that company’s CFO will use a strong tax team to do due diligence on this.
Due date for Salt Lake City startup employees to make contributions to Individual Retirement Accounts (IRAs) for 2023 (Employee Benefits).
Q1 Utah State Sales and Use Tax payment due for quarterly filers.
Salt Lake City startups can claim Research & Development Tax Credits on Form 941.
Delaware Quarterly Estimated Franchise Tax. Pay 40% of estimated annual amount (if annual amount expected to exceed $5,000).
Federal Quarterly Estimated Tax 2nd installment (second quarter 2024).
Q2 Utah State Sales and Use Tax payment due for quarterly filers.
Claim Research & Development Tax Credits on Form 941 .
Delaware Quarterly Estimated Franchise Tax. Pay 20% of your estimated annual amount (if annual amount expected to exceed $5,000).
Federal Quarterly Estimated Tax 3rd installment (third quarter 2024).
Utah Corporation Franchise and Income Tax Return - Form TC-20 final due date if extension was filed.
C Corp Form 1120 Tax Return final due date for Salt Lake City startups if extension was filed.
Q3 Utah State Sales and Use Tax payment due for quarterly filers.
Claim your Research & Development Tax Credits on Form 941.
Last day to pay 2024 Salt Lake County Property Taxes without penalty.
Delaware Quarterly Estimated Franchise Tax, Pay 20% of estimated annual amount (if annual amount expected to exceed $5,000).
Federal Quarterly Estimated Tax 4th installment (fourth quarter 2024).
Annual Sales and Use Tax payment due for annual filers. Q4 2025 Sales and Use Tax payment due for quarterly filers.
Renew your Business License annually. Pay $20.
Every startup is different and so are its tax compliance needs. This is only a guideline. Please consult your tax professional. IRS Circular 230 Disclaimer: To ensure compliance with IRS Circular 230, any U.S. federal tax advice provided in this communication is not intended or written to be used, and it cannot be used by the recipient or any other taxpayer for the purpose of avoiding tax penalties that may be imposed on the recipient or any other taxpayer. Copyright © Kruze Consulting
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