What happens if I miss the 83(b) deadline?
Your options if the 30-day window to file an 83(b) election has passed.
The 83(b) election must be filed within 30 days of your stock purchase, and the IRS does not grant extensions. If you've missed it, your options are limited but worth understanding.
What it means: Without a timely 83(b), you're generally taxed as your shares vest, on the value at each vesting date rather than at purchase. For fast-appreciating stock, that can mean a larger tax bill over time.
What you can do: Confirm the exact purchase date and whether 30 days have truly passed. Talk to a tax advisor about your advisor before taking any action. For future grants, calendar the 30-day deadline immediately.
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