Can I register my vehicle without filing IRS Form 2290?

No. All states require a Schedule 1 (proof of HVUT (Heavy Vehicle Use Tax) payment) for any taxable CMV (Commercial Motor Vehicle) before it can be registered.

Form 2290 is an annual return that is filed by owners/drivers of heavy vehicles to calculate and pay the Heavy Vehicle Use Tax (HVUT). Once you file Form 2290, you will receive your stamped Schedule 1 upon the acceptance of your return by the IRS.

The stamped Schedule 1 serves as proof of your HVUT payment. You can use your stamped Schedule 1 for registration and renewal of your tags.

Form 2290 Deadline:

Form 2290 must be filed every year by the last day of the month following the First Used Month (FUM) of the vehicle. For example, if you operate a truck for the first time in February, you must file your IRS 2290 Form by March 31.

A typical trucking tax year begins on July 1 and ends on June 31 the following year. If you operate your vehicle at the start of a typical trucking tax year, your Form 2290 due date will be August 31.

Filing Form 2290 with ExpressTruckTax:

E-file your Form 2290 with ExpressTruckTax for quicker processing. You will receive your stamped Schedule 1 in minutes if you e-file your return with us. We also provide an interview-based filing and a step-by-step guide to help you file your returns quickly.

ExpressTruckTax is the #1 IRS-authorized e-file provider, so file your Form 2290 with ExpressTruckTax easily and quickly. You will receive your stamped Schedule 1 in minutes if you e-file your Form 2290 with ExpressTruckTax.

If you have any questions regarding your heavy highway use tax or the Form 2290 filing process ExpressTruckTax is available with US-based support by phone, email, and live chat. We also offer bilingual support in both English and Spanish.