Can i efile and mail a check

Yes, you can e-file your taxes and mail a check to the IRS. This is often referred to as "e-filing with a payment" or "e-filing with a check."

Here's how it works:

  1. E-file your taxes: You can use tax preparation software like TurboTax, H&R Block, or TaxAct to prepare and e-file your tax return. Make sure to select the option to pay with a check or money order.
  2. Print a payment voucher: Once you've e-filed your taxes, you'll need to print a payment voucher (Form 1040-V) from the IRS website or from your tax preparation software. The voucher will have your name, address, and tax year printed on it.
  3. Mail the payment voucher and check: Attach the payment voucher to the front of a check or money order made payable to the "United States Treasury." Make sure to write your Social Security number or Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN) on the check or money order.
  4. Mail the payment: Send the payment voucher and check to the IRS address listed on the voucher. Make sure to use certified mail with return receipt requested to ensure that the IRS receives your payment.

Here are the IRS addresses for mailing payments:

Note that you can also pay your taxes online using the Electronic Federal Tax Payment System (EFTPS) or by phone using the IRS's automated payment system. However, if you choose to e-file and mail a check, make sure to follow the instructions above to ensure that your payment is processed correctly.