If you need to make a payment for your Federal taxes, remember one thing, Never Send Cash!
Can I pay my taxes electronically?
Yes, but you must file electronically. You can file and pay in a
single step by authorizing an electronic funds withdrawal via
your online software or through a tax professional.
Can I pay my taxes by credit card?
Yes, you can pay by phone or online using a credit or debit card
regardless if you file a paper return or electronically.
An authorized service provider for the IRS is Official Payments Corporation.
www.officialpayments.com
Be aware there are service fees if you pay by credit card. This can be approximately 3% of the balance you pay to the government but that convenience fee is miscellaneous itemized deduction. The deduction is subject to the 2% limit on Schedule A, Itemized Deductions.
Can I pay by check or money order?
Yes. You can paperclip the check or money order to your return when you
file it. Do not staple the payment to the form.
Do I make the check payable to the IRS?
No. It is too easy to alter the name on the check. Make sure
the check is payable to the "United States Treasury" Be sure to provide
your correct name, address and social security number.
You need to list the form number and tax year on your check
and include Form 1040-V, Payment Voucher when sending your payment
and tax return.
What if I don't have time to finish my tax return by April 15th?
You can request an extension of time to file on Form 4868. The extension
DOES NOT give you extra time to pay your taxes. You will owe interest
on any money not paid by the April deadline, plus a late payment penalty.
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