Tax Payments
Tax payments cover the money you owe to the IRS or state tax agencies—how much you pay, when it's due, and the methods available to send that payment. This includes estimated tax payments for self-employed workers, payments made with your tax return, and payments toward a tax debt you already know about. Understanding your payment options and deadlines helps you avoid penalties and keeps your account in good standing.
The articles here explain how to pay taxes directly to the IRS or your state, what happens if you miss a deadline, how to set up a payment plan if you can't pay in full, and how to track whether your payment was received. You'll also find information about payment methods—online, by phone, by mail, or through a tax professional—and what to do if a payment goes missing or posts to the wrong account.
Electronic Federal Tax Payment System (EFTPS)
Learn how EFTPS works to send federal tax payments directly from your bank account. Schedule payments in advance or pay on your due date.
Estimated & Form 941 Tax Payments
Learn how estimated tax payments and Form 941 quarterly filings work. Information about payment schedules, due dates, and calculations.
Form 940 (Unemployment Tax) Payments
Learn about Form 940 federal unemployment tax, including filing deadlines, how to calculate FUTA tax liability, and payment methods for employers.
IRS Payment Plans
Learn how IRS payment plans work, including plan types, costs, setup process, and what to do if your situation changes.Mailing Tax Payments
Learn how to mail tax payments to the IRS or state agencies. Find addresses, required information, and mailing timelines.State Tax Payment Plans
Learn how state tax payment plans work, including setup steps, fees, timelines, and what happens if you miss a payment.Tax Payments (General)
Learn how tax payments work, where your money goes, and how to track what you've paid throughout the year.