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How to make a payment on IRS.gov

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You can sign in or create an account.  If you'd like to skip the hassle of creating an account you can click Pay Now with Direct Pay

Click make a Payment

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Reason for Payment:

  • Balance Due - Select this for an amount due with a tax return

  • Extension Payment - Select this if you are making an extension payment with your personal tax return

  • Estimated Payment - Select for quarterly estimates.

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Apply Payment To:

  • Individuals select form 1040 Income Tax

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Tax Period for Payment

  • Be sure to select the correct tax year for the payment.  

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