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Alabama Offers Case-by-Case Late Filing Penalty Relief After Hurricane Isaias

The Alabama Department of Revenue will consider waiving late filing penalties for taxpayers unable to meet deadlines due to damage or disruptions from Hurricane Isaias in the…

Map of Alabama highlighting areas impacted by Hurricane Isaias with icons for government relief and phone contact
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WHAT TO KNOW
  • ALDOR evaluates penalty relief requests individually for Alabama taxpayers affected by Hurricane Isaias.
  • Affected filers must call specific phone numbers based on tax type to request assistance.
  • The department will monitor storm conditions and may provide additional relief measures as needed.

For background on this issue, read our Penalty relief guide.

Penalty Relief for Storm-Related Filing Delays

In response to the state of emergency declared by Gov. Kay Ivey, the Alabama Department of Revenue will consider relief from late filing penalties on a case-by-case basis.

This applies to Alabama taxpayers unable to timely file returns in the coming days and weeks because of damage or disruptions caused by Hurricane Isaias.

Relief is limited to those directly impacted and is not an automatic extension for all filers or unaffected areas.

Contact Options by Tax Type

Taxpayers seeking relief or additional assistance should contact ALDOR by telephone using the following numbers: Individual Income Tax at 334-353-0602, Corporate Income Tax at 334-242-1200, Pass-through Entities at 334-242-1033, Sales and Use Tax at 334-242-1490, Business Privilege Tax at 334-353-7923, and Withholding Tax at 334-353-7680.

Each request will be reviewed individually to determine eligibility based on the storm's effects.

Continued Monitoring of Conditions

The announcement was made on October 13, 2026, and ALDOR stated it will continue to monitor conditions associated with Hurricane Isaias.

Further relief measures may be granted as appropriate depending on how the situation develops.

This penalty relief announcement addresses only timely filing issues tied to the storm and does not cover separate existing tax debt questions.

Seeking Private Tax Resolution Help

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The firm recommends that interested parties contact them directly to evaluate their specific circumstances.

ARTICLE NOTES

Announcement covered: Oct 13, 2026.

General information only, not individual tax, legal, or financial advice. Rules, deadlines, and eligibility depend on your circumstances. Check current official guidance or consult a qualified professional.

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