EFTPS, the Electronic Federal Tax Payment System, is a free tax payment system provided by the U.S. Department of the Treasury. Federal taxes, including EFTPS estimated tax payments, can be paid using EFTPS via the internet or by phone.
EFTPS is for business and government entities. Effective October 17, 2025, an individual cannot create a new enrollment at EFTPS.gov. An individual taxpayer not enrolled in EFTPS.gov will instead create an IRS Online Account for Individuals or pay using the IRS Direct Pay as a guest.
An EFTPS individual enrollment created prior to October 17, 2025 can continue to be used until sometime in 2026 when all individuals will be required to transition away from EFTPS.
All federal taxes can be paid at EFTPS, including quarterly estimated taxes. Payments can be made weekly, monthly, or quarterly and can be scheduled in advance.
To enroll, click the EFTPS link above. An enrollment form can also be requested by mail through EFTPS Customer Service at 1.888.725.7879.
To make a payment by phone, call EFTPS:
- Business payments: 800.555.3453
- Individual payments: 800.315.4829
- Español: 800.244.4829
Additional Information:
Publication 966, EFTPS: A Guide To Getting Started
Publication 4169, Tax Professional Guide to the Electronic Federal Tax Payment System