Tax Due Payment Methods (Federal Only)
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You have several options for paying the tax due on your federal tax return:
  • Direct Withdrawal - You can authorize an electronic funds withdrawal (direct debit) from your checking or savings account. Once you've prepared your return, simply enter your bank's routing number, your checking or savings account number, and schedule an automatic withdrawal for a future date up to the filing deadline.
    • If changes are needed after a return is accepted, it may be possible to cancel the payment by contacting the IRS or state DOR. Payment details cannot be changed after a return is e-filed and accepted.
  • Credit or Debit Card - To pay your federal taxes owed via credit or debit card, you may visit https://www.pay1040.com/taxactpaylater. You may use one of the major credit or debit cards listed, which are: American Express, Discover, Mastercard, Visa, NYCE, Pulse, and STAR.
  • Additional Options - The IRS provides more information about other ways to pay on their website. Also see the EFTPS - Online Electronic Federal Tax Payment System FAQ for details.
IMPORTANT: The tax liability, or balance due on the return, is paid separately from your TaxAct fees. The TaxAct fee does not include taxes owed.  For more information about TaxAct product fees, see the TaxAct Product Fee Payment Options FAQ.

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