IRS Payment Changes Coming September 30, 2025

Sep 5, 2025

Beginning September 30, 2025, the IRS will no longer accept paper checks (and refund checks will no longer be issued). This is due to an Executive Order signed by the President in March.

These changes are meant to modernize federal payment systems by eliminating paper checks. This applies to all federal agencies, including the IRS, and will change how we pay taxes and receive refunds going forward.

This new requirement will immediately affect the following:

  • 4th quarter 2025 1040-ES payments (vouchers can no longer be mailed with payments)

  • Balances due on 2024 tax returns not paid on or before September 30, 2025

  • Payroll tax deposits due on or after September 30, 2025

If any of these apply to you, you must respond right away!!!

IRS Payment Options

  • IRS Direct Pay: Pay directly from your checking or savings account for free. irs.gov/payments

  • IRS Online Account: Log in to your account to pay from your bank account, view your payment history, and see your balance. irs.gov/payments

  • Debit Card, Credit Card, or Digital Wallet: Pay through one of the IRS’s authorized payment processors (fees may apply). irs.gov/payments

  • Electronic Federal Tax Payment System (EFTPS): Free online or phone service for individual and business taxes. Call 800-555-4477 or visit eftps.gov.

  • Electronic Funds Withdrawal (EFW): Pay directly from your bank account. irs.gov/payments

  • Pay with Cash: Cash payments can be made at participating retail partners. Visit irs.gov/paywithcash for instructions.

What To Do Now

  • Review payment options now and decide which one works best for you.

  • Set up your account early to avoid processing delays. Some payment options require an IRS account.

  • Plan for the deadline. While some organizations have requested extensions, none have been granted. Compliance is required by September 30, 2025.

Exceptions

Exceptions are limited to taxpayers without access to banking services, certain emergency payments, matters of national security, and other exceptions granted by the Treasury Secretary. Plan to comply now.

Need Help?

As always, we are here to assist you! While we cannot set up an account for you, we can help guide you in selecting the best option for you and your business.

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504-888-8333 / 985-727-7797