Step 1: Register with eForm2290.com and enter your business details

• Create an account by entering your name, email address, and phone number.
• Provide your business name, address, and Employer Identification Number (EIN). Make sure all details, including the number of employees, are accurate.
• Enter the name, phone number, title, and 5-digit IRS PIN of the signing authority. This PIN acts as your electronic signature when filing Form 2290 online.
• If you authorize a third party to communicate with the IRS about your HVUT return, select "Yes" and include their name, phone number, and PIN.
• Indicate whether you are filing for a single vehicle or a fleet of trucks.
• Add additional business information (if required). Skip this step if you’re filing for the same business. For a new business, enter the relevant details.

Step 2: Enter tax period details and provide vehicle information

• Specify your tax period and the first month your vehicle was used on U.S. highways during the tax year. If this is your final return, select the "final return" option.
• Enter key details, such as Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) , taxable gross weight, vehicle type (logging vehicle or non-logging) , and tax amount due.

Step 3: Choose your HVUT payment method

Choose one of these secure payment methods to pay your Heavy Vehicle Use Tax :

• Electronic Funds Withdrawal (EFW): Ensure your account has sufficient funds to avoid penalties.
• Electronic Federal Tax Payment System (EFTPS): Log in to your EFTPS account, provide your EIN, 4-digit PIN, and banking details, and schedule your payment.
• Debit/Credit Card: Use your card to pay safely. eForm2290.com does not store card information.
• Check or Money Order: Make the payment to the United States Treasury. Include your EIN, contact details, and “IRS Form 2290” on the check/money order. Attach the payment voucher and mail it to the Internal Revenue Service.

Step 4: Review your information, pay the e-filing service fee, and submit Form 2290

• Carefully check all entered details—especially your VIN and payment information.
• Missing or incorrect information, such as a wrong VIN or incorrect bank details, could result in IRS rejections. If needed, eForm2290.com offers free VIN corrections for previously filed 2290 forms .
• Complete the payment for the service fee charged by eForm2290.com for e-filing assistance.

Step 5: Receive your Schedule 1

Once your Form 2290 is filed, you’ll receive the IRS-stamped Schedule 1 in your registered email within minutes.
You can also download it anytime from your eForm2290 dashboard.

If you’re an existing or returning filer who has previously used eForm2290, the renewal process is super simple:

• Log in to your eForm2290.com account using your registered email and password.
• Choose the current tax period for which you want to renew your Form 2290.
• Review your saved business and vehicle details, and update any information if needed (e.g., new vehicles or corrections).
• Confirm all details and proceed to make your HVUT payment securely.
• Download your IRS-stamped Schedule 1 immediately after filing, or access it anytime from your account dashboard.

Failing to renew and file your Form 2290 on time can lead to serious penalties and disruptions to your operations.

• Late filing penalty: The IRS charges 4.5% of the total tax due per month, up to a maximum of 25% (five months).
• Late payment penalty: An additional 0.5% of the unpaid tax is added each month until payment is made.
• Interest charges: 0.54% interest per month accrues on the outstanding tax balance.
• Vehicle registration suspension: Your vehicle’s registration can be suspended, making it illegal to operate until the HVUT is paid and the filing is complete.
• State penalties: Many states require proof of HVUT payment to renew or maintain registration, and failure to provide it can lead to additional state penalties.
• False or fraudulent returns: Filing incorrect information can result in severe penalties from the IRS.

You can request penalty relief for late filing, provided you have strong evidence to support your claim. But if the IRS rejects your claim, penalties and interest will continue to accrue. Filing false or fraudulent returns can also result in additional fines.

To avoid these costly penalties, e-file 2290 for faster processing and maintain accurate records to ensure compliance.

Renewing your Form 2290 before the deadline is crucial to avoid IRS late-filing penalties and state-imposed consequences, such as suspension of vehicle registration for non-payment of HVUT. Many truckers, due to their busy schedules, tend to delay or forget the renewal process—risking costly fines and operational setbacks.

With eForm2290, an IRS-authorized e-file provider , filing your Form 2290 becomes quick, secure, and hassle-free. The platform offers timely reminders to ensure you never miss a deadline and provides 24/7 customer support to guide you every step of the way.

Whether you’re an owner-operator, fleet owner, or a tax professional filing on behalf of clients, eForm2290 makes the process simple. You can file from the comfort of your home without dealing with complex paperwork or standing in long lines at IRS offices.

By choosing e-filing with eForm2290, you get:

• Instant confirmation and stamped Schedule 1
• Easy management of multiple vehicle filings
• A faster, smarter way to handle HVUT compliance

Stay ahead of your tax obligations— eFile Form 2290 with eForm2290 and avoid last-minute stress.