How do I pay the taxes I owe?
If you owe taxes, the IRS offers several secure payment options. Paying by the tax deadline helps avoid additional penalties and interest.
Payment Methods
- IRS Direct Pay
Use IRS Direct Pay to make a free payment directly from your checking or savings account.
- Electronic Federal Tax Payment System (EFTPS)
EFTPS allows individuals and businesses to schedule payments, including estimated tax payments and balance due payments.
- Debit or Credit Card
You may pay taxes using a debit card, credit card, or digital wallet through IRS-authorized payment processors. Processing fees apply.
- PayPal and Digital Wallets
PayPal and certain digital wallet payments are available through authorized third-party payment processors approved by the IRS. Additional fees may apply.
- Check or Money Order
You can mail a check or money order payable to “United States Treasury.” Include:
• Your name
• Address
• Daytime phone number
• Social Security Number or ITIN
• Tax form number
• Tax year
Include Form 1040-V when mailing a balance due payment.
- Same-Day Wire Transfer
Taxpayers may arrange same-day wire payments through their financial institution.
Important Tips
• Do not staple or attach your payment or Form 1040-V to your tax return.
• Mail the payment, Form 1040-V, and return together in the same envelope if paying by mail.
• Payments must generally be received by the IRS by the filing deadline to avoid penalties and interest.
• Electronic payments can generally be scheduled in advance.
Source:
Form 1040-V
Publication 505
Disclaimer: Always verify information with official Federal or State Department of Revenue Forms and Instructions.