What this notice is about We issue this notice when you didn't make a federal tax deposit (FTD) through the Electronic Federal Tax Payment System (EFTPS). What you need to do Review your tax records for the deposits you made during the tax period. Determine why you made your deposits incorrectly. Make all future FTDs electronically. You may want to Review deposit procedures and how to make your deposits electronically. Review the following publications that may be helpful to you: Publication 966, Electronic Choices to Pay All Your Federal Taxes PDF Publication 4990, Payment Instruction Booklet for Business & Individual Taxpayers PDF Frequently asked questions How do I enroll in EFTPS? If you're a new business that indicated a likely federal tax deposit liability when you applied for your EIN, you're pre-enrolled. You should have received a letter with your four-digit EFTPS® PIN. If you didn't, call 800-555-4477. To activate your enrollment so you can make payments using this service, call 800-555-3453. You'll be asked to enter your EIN, PIN, banking information, and a contact phone number. You'll receive your 18-digit enrollment number, which can be used in creating your Internet password. As soon as you finish the call successfully, you can begin scheduling payments. If you want to make payments as an individual taxpayer or for a business that wasn't pre-enrolled, sign up for Enrollment and follow the instructions through the EFTPS website. In five to seven days after you submit the enrollment, you'll receive your PIN and enrollment number via U.S. mail. Where can I find more information about deposit requirements? Refer to Publication 15, (Circular E), Employer's Tax Guide PDF, for more information on "Depositing Taxes". Tips for next year Make all FTDs electronically with EFTPS. Reference tools Publication 1, Your Rights as a Taxpayer Notice Topic 651 Notice Topic 653 Full list of tax forms and instructions Need help? You can authorize someone to represent you before the IRS or inspect and/or receive confidential tax information. You may be eligible for free help from the Taxpayer Advocate Service (TAS). See if you qualify for help from a Low Income Taxpayer Clinic. You can request a copy of your notice or letter in Braille or large print. If you can’t find what you need online, call the telephone number on your notice or letter.
