Direct Pay | Internal Revenue Service

Overview

Direct Pay with Bank Account is a secure service provided by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) that allows taxpayers to pay their taxes directly from their checking or savings account. This service is available for Form 1040 series, estimated taxes, and other associated forms. The best part is that there is no cost to use this service.

By using Direct Pay, you can easily keep track of your payment by signing up for email notifications. Each time you make a tax payment using IRS Direct Pay, you will receive an email notification that includes a confirmation number for your reference.

It is important to note that the IRS only sends email notifications if you have requested the service. Be cautious of email schemes and only trust emails from IRS Direct Pay if you have signed up for the service.

If you have already made a payment through Direct Pay, you can use your confirmation number to access the Look Up a Payment feature. This feature allows you to view your payment details and make modifications or cancellations up to two business days before the scheduled payment date.

Additionally, you can view your payment history by accessing your online account with the IRS.

Frequently Asked Questions

Types of Payments

Direct Pay accepts payments for the following types of taxes:

• Form 1040 series
• Estimated taxes
• Other associated forms

Your Balance and Payment History

You can view your balance and payment history by accessing your online account with the IRS. This allows you to keep track of your tax payments and ensure that you are up to date.

Availability

Direct Pay is available during the following hours:

• Monday to Saturday: Midnight to 11:45 p.m. ET
• Sunday: 7 a.m. to 11:45 p.m. ET

Please note that there may be occasional outages, and the IRS will inform you if Direct Pay is unavailable before you start your session. It is important to plan ahead and ensure timely payment, regardless of Direct Pay availability.

Amount and Frequency Limitations

When using IRS Direct Pay, there are certain limitations to keep in mind:

• Direct Pay will not accept more than two payments within a 24-hour period.
• Each payment must be less than $10 million.

For larger electronic payments, it is recommended to use the Electronic Federal Tax Payment System (EFTPS) or same-day wire transfer.

Conclusion

Direct Pay with Bank Account is a convenient and secure service provided by the IRS for taxpayers to make tax payments directly from their checking or savings account. By utilizing this service, you can easily keep track of your payments and receive email notifications for each transaction. Remember to plan ahead and ensure timely payment, regardless of Direct Pay availability.