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How To Make An IRS Payment Using A Debit/Credit Card

Posted on July 16, 2021 by - HVUT Payment, HVUT payment online, Pay 2290 with credit card

The 2021-22 tax season is open and in full swing! This means it’s time to file your Form 2290 and make your HVUT payment. 

The IRS offers multiple different ways to make your HVUT payment. It is important to consider each payment method carefully to ensure that your payment makes it to the IRS on time to avoid any late fees. 

This year, the IRS has reopened the ability to pay your HVUT with a Credit/Debit card. This is a reliable way to pay for HVUT payment and have peace of mind that it was sent to the IRS. 

How to Pay the IRS with your Debit/Credit Card

First, make sure that you check the Debit/Credit Card payment option when filling out your From 2290. Please note that you cannot pay the IRS tax payment through ExpressTruckTax. 

Once your Form 2290 is submitted to the IRS, you can go ahead and make your HVUT payment to the IRS. Go to the Pay Taxes by Debit or Credit Card page on the IRS website.

Follow the steps on this page depending on your card type and HVUT payment amount. Be aware that there is also a fee to use your debit/credit card when paying on the IRS site. 

Other Payment Options

If you decide not to pay with a debit/credit card, here are the other options for payment that the IRS accepts:

  • Electronic Funds Withdrawal (EFW)– a standard bank account transfer. You will need to provide your bank account and routing numbers to the IRS. The payment will be withdrawn within 1 or 2 business days
  • Electronic Federal Tax Payment Systems (EFTPS)– a service that the IRS offers to simplify tax payments. You will have to create an account here and enroll in the program.
  • Check or Money Order– If you choose this option, you will have to remember to mail out your check or money order before the HVUT payment due date. Mail it to the following address:

Change Payment on Form 2290

Once you submit your Form 2290, you can change the selected payment method ( unless you picked the EFW option) to the IRS. So double-check and make sure that the payment method you choose is the one you use. 

File and Pay your HVUT Today!

No matter how you decide to pay your Form 2290 HVUT payment, you will still receive your stamped Schedule 1 within minutes after filling.

File your Form 2290 with ExpressTruckTax today! The Form 2290 return deadline is August 31st! File and pay your tax return at ExpressTruckTax or call us at (704) 234-6005 to get started now!

10 Things Truckers Need To Know About IRS Form 2290

Posted on November 11, 2020 by - IRS form 2290

 
Time and time again truckers filing their 2290 online tend to ask the same questions and make the same mistakes when it comes to their heavy vehicle use taxes. So let’s go over the most common questions, so they are fresh in your mind when you e-file your 2290.

1. Is my vehicle subject to the HVUT/Form 2290?

You are subject to HVUT/Form 2290 if you are registering a vehicle in your name as an owner-operator or self-employed driver, it weighs more than 55,000 pounds, and you are using it on public roads. The Heavy Vehicle Use Tax applies to both interstate and intrastate drivers.

2. If I am based in Canada or Mexico, does the HVUT apply?

Yes, if you drive your vehicle in the United States. You will need to file a 2290 Form and pay any owed taxes. You will also need to carry proof of tax compliance when entering the U.S. as well.

3. When is the Form 2290 deadline?

IRS Form 2290 returns are due on the last day of the month following your vehicle’s first month of use during the reporting period. That means if your vehicle was on the road last July the deadline for filing is August 31.

If a new vehicle goes into service during the reporting period, you will need to file an additional Form 2290 and pay the tax amount. For example, if you purchased a vehicle in November, you are required to put the vehicle in your name making its first month of use December. In this case, you will need to file an additional Form 2290, and pay owed taxes on or before December 31. This is a partial year filing and will be a reduced tax amount.

4. Can I suspend my Heavy Vehicle Use Tax?

You can apply for a suspension of the Heavy Vehicle Use Tax if you expect to drive your vehicle less than 5,000 miles during the year (7,500 miles for agricultural vehicles).

However, you are still required to file IRS Form 2290 even though you do not have a tax payment. If you do end up driving more than expected, you must file an amendment to your original 2290 and pay taxes.

5. Am I required to file my 2290 Form online?

Only if you have 25 or more qualified vehicles. If you do, the IRS does not require you to file 2290 online. However, the IRS highly encourages all taxpayers to file and pay online with an IRS-authorized e-file provider, like ExpressTruckTax.

6. How can I claim a credit?

Now is the time for you to claim any credits you earned last year. Credits can be claimed using a couple of different methods.

If you ended up driving your vehicle less than 5,000 miles (or 7,500 for agricultural vehicles) you can claim a credit. Or if your vehicle was stolen or destroyed last year, you can also claim a credit. For more information, check out this page.

7. Can I claim a refund on my IRS Form 2290?

Yes, if your credit exceeds your taxes owed on your filing, you will need to file a refund. This can be done by filing IRS Form 8849, Claim for Refund Excise Taxes.

8. What do I need to register my vehicle?

Proof of your HVUT payment is required before you register your vehicles. You will not be registered unless you can provide your stamped Schedule 1.

9. How do I pay 2990 online?

When you file 2290 online with ExpressTruckTax, you can pay via the Electronic Federal Tax Payment System (EFTPS), or by check/money order.

10. Where can I find more information about IRS Form 2290?

You can check out our blog page for more information concerning pre-filing and the upcoming 2290 season. Check out our FAQ page which answers more questions you might have about Form 2290. Or you can find more information via the IRS publication “Instructions for Form 2290.”

We Got Your Back

We understand that we are coming up on a very stressful time for the trucking industry, but we will be there every step of the way. We will continue to supply you with up-to-date information about the IRS Form 2290 deadline.

ExpressTruckTax is a trusted IRS-authorized e-file provider with a simplified step-by-step filing process. We also offer 24/7 support in both English and Spanish to answer any of your questions.