The Internal Revenue Service today reminded owners of most heavy highway vehicles that the time to file Form 2290, Heavy Highway Vehicle Use Tax Return, began July 1, 2018. The highway use tax applies to highway motor vehicles with a taxable gross weight of 55,000 pounds or more. This generally includes large trucks, truck tractors and buses. The tax is based on the weight of the vehicle and a variety of special rules apply.
Anyone who has registered or is required to register a heavy highway motor vehicle with a taxable gross weight of 55,000 pounds or more in their name at the time of first use on the public highways during the reporting period must file Form 2290, Heavy Highway Vehicle Use Tax Return.
2290 for the tax year July 2018 – June 2019
In 2018, the IRS expects to receive almost 800,000 Heavy Highway Vehicle Use Tax Returns. Though some taxpayers have the option of filing Form 2290 on paper, taxpayers with 25 or more taxed vehicles must e-file Form 2290. Returns must be filed and tax payments made by Aug. 31, 2018, for vehicles used on the road during July. The IRS encourages all owners to take advantage of the speed and convenience of e-file and paying any tax due. There is no need to visit an IRS office because the form can be filed and any required tax payment can be made online.
Important Reminders to File Form 2290
File Form 2290 for any taxable vehicles first used on a public highway during or after July 2018 by the last day of the month following the month of first use. See Form 2290 Due Date for more details.
Everyone must complete Form 2290 and Schedule-1 for 2018-19 irrespective of their previous filing period. You must have an established employer identification number (EIN) to file Form 2290. Apply online now if you don’t already have an EIN; it takes us about two weeks to establish new EINs.
If you require in-person IRS help, you must schedule an appointment with an IRS Taxpayer Assistance Center by calling 844-545-5640.
Electronic filing for 2290 Reporting
Generally, e-filers receive their IRS-stamped Schedule 1 electronically minutes after filing. They can then print the Schedule 1 and provide it to their state department of motor vehicles, without visiting an IRS office. e-File is simple, safe and secured; convenient, affordable and fast; readily available 24X7, from anywhere anytime and online.
2290 Tax Filing Deadlines
The filing season for Form 2290 filers is July 1 through June 30. The filing deadline for Form 2290 is based on the month you first use the taxable vehicle on public highways during the reporting period.
- For vehicles you first use on a public highway in July, file Form 2290 between July 1 and August 31. Try e-file as it is the fastest way to report it with the IRS and to obtain the stamped or watermarked Schedule-1 proof in minutes.
- The tax for the current filing season will be prorated for vehicles you first use on a public highway after July. File Form 2290 by the last day of the month following the month in which you first used the vehicle on a public highway. Still you can electronically prepare and report it online wit the IRS.
- Try for Free, no need to pay upfront to try electronic filing for your 2290 reporting. Create a free account, add your business and vehicle details one by one and complete your tax return, view the tax summary and the liability. Once you’re ok and about to print or efile your return pay with your credit / debit card a minimal service fee.
- Pay your 2290 online with the IRS in any of the 4 options as below:
Pay your taxes by credit or debit card; You can pay by internet, phone, or mobile device whether you e-file or mail your return.
Electronic funds withdrawal; authorize a direct debit as part of the e-file process.
Electronic Federal Tax Payment System; requires advanced enrollment, allow 5-7 business days for new accounts.
Check or money order using Form 2290-V, Payment Voucher. Mail to:
Internal Revenue Service, P.O. Box 804525, Cincinnati, OH 45280-4525
Talk to our representative for more information or to walk you through the process at 866 – 245 – 3918 or write to us at support@taxexcise.com. You can also have a LIVE chat from our website http://TaxExcise.com.
