ERISA-covered group health plans that do not qualify for the small plan exemption and MEWAs (and have timely requested an extension to the filing deadline) |
An employer may request a one-time extension of 2.5 months by filing a Form 5558 by the normal due date of Form 5500. Employers are required to file an annual Form 5500 by October 15th 2024 after a Form 5558 was submitted before the July deadline, which automatically granted an extension up to 2.5 months. |
Up to $2,586 per day for late filing. Delinquent Filer Voluntary Compliance (DFVC) program could allow for reduced penalties. |