Form 2290 Pre-filing is open for the Tax Year 2026-27! A stamped copy will be available only on July 1st 2026.

2026 TO 2027 SEASON Form 2290 Pre-filing is now open. Stamped Schedule 1 will be available only on July 1st 2026. Pre-file now
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What is IRS Form 2290 and who needs to file it?

Updated May 2026 3 min read

IRS Form 2290 is the federal Heavy Vehicle Use Tax (HVUT) return required for any highway motor vehicle with a taxable gross weight of 55,000 pounds or more operated on US public highways during the tax period.

You must file Form 2290 if you are an owner operator, fleet owner, trucking company, agricultural hauler, or tax practitioner filing on behalf of a client. The HVUT tax year runs from July 1 through June 30, and the standard due date is August 31 for vehicles first used in July.

SimpleForm2290 is an IRS authorized e-file provider that lets you complete the entire process online in roughly 5 minutes and download your IRS stamped Schedule 1 instantly upon acceptance.

Form 2290 Quick Facts

  • Tax Year July 1 to June 30
  • Standard Due Date August 31, 2026
  • Weight Threshold 55,000 lbs gross
  • Mileage Limit 5,000 mi (7,500 agriculture)
  • Proof of Payment Stamped Schedule 1
  • Penalty for Late Filing 4.5% per month + interest
  • SimpleForm2290 Fee From $9.95 per filing
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2290 due dates and penalty schedule.

The Form 2290 deadline depends on the vehicle's first used month. Use this table to find your exact filing deadline for tax year 2026 to 2027.

First used month Filing due date Tax period covers
July 2026 Aug 31, 2026 Full tax year
August 2026 Sep 30, 2026 11 months
September 2026 Oct 31, 2026 10 months
October 2026 Nov 30, 2026 9 months
November 2026 Dec 31, 2026 8 months
December 2026 Jan 31, 2027 7 months
January 2027 Feb 28, 2027 6 months
February 2027 Mar 31, 2027 5 months
March 2027 Apr 30, 2027 4 months
April 2027 May 31, 2027 3 months
May 2027 Jun 30, 2027 2 months
June 2027 Jul 31, 2027 1 month
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Easily e-file Form 2290 in a few simple steps on our secure online platform-create an account, put your vehicle details, pay IRS tax, and get your stamped Schedule 1 in an instant.
Some other details you will need are your EIN, business name and address, VINs, taxable gross weight, and IRS payment details (EFTPS, debit, or credit card).
The majority of the users receive their IRS-stamped Schedule 1 in a matter of minutes after the successful filing and payment.
Yes, an EIN is mandatory to file Form 2290. The IRS does not accept SSNs for e-filing purposes.
Yes, you can add multiple vehicles under the same business in one Form 2290 submission.
Our e-filing fee is pocket-friendly and transparent, with a low flat fee $9.95 per filing with no hidden charges.
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2026 to 2027 Filing Deadlines

Vehicle first used in July Aug 31, 2026
Vehicle first used in August Sep 30, 2026
Vehicle first used in September Oct 31, 2026
Vehicle first used in October Nov 30, 2026
Pre-filing window May to June 2026