How to e-file Form 2290?

Here is a list of most important and must-have information in order to file your form 2290

1. Business Name
2. Business Address
3. EIN (Employer Identification Number) a unique 9 digit number assigned by the IRS
4. VIN (Vehicle Information Number) - It is a 17 character alfa-numeric
5. The gross weight of the vehicle

Filling Form 2290 with utmost caution is highly recommended as most of the return rejections by the IRS occur due to incomplete information and/or information mismatch!
What are the commonly occurred mistakes and how to avoid them?
Below are some of the most commonly occurring errors. Keeping them in mind will help one to avoid repeating these mistakes

Error 1 - EIN Mismatch

The most commonly occurred mismatch is the EIN and the Business Name. Make sure your Business Name, Business Address, and the EIN Number match

Where to find this information?

You can find the Business Name, Business Address, and EIN on the SS-4 issued by the IRS. If you don’t know how does an SS-4 copy looks like, go through the video to find the example.

Please note, EIN expands as Employer Identification Number. It is a unique 9 digit number not to be confused with your Social Security Number.

Error 2 - Incorrect VIN

VIN stands for Vehicle Identification Number. It is a 17 character alpha-numeric series which is unique to every vehicle.

Where to find this information?
VIN can be found on the vehicle registration document, near the windshield of your truck, or near the engine.

Error 3 - Incorrect Gross Weight
The gross weight of your truck is extremely important. Make sure to mention the total capacity weight of the vehicle.

Where to find this information?
Gross weight can be found on the vehicle purchase document, vehicle registration copy, or the left door jamb near the driver’s seat.

How to file Form 2290 online?
You can do it in 5 simple steps mentioned below:

1. Register yourself
2. Fill in ‘Business’ details
3. Select the ‘Tax Period’ & ‘First Used Month’ of your vehicle
4. Enter your vehicle information
5. Make the payment

How much time does it take to file online?
Once you have all the required details in hand, it approximately takes about 10 minutes to file. This timestamp applies only to those who are registering for the first time. It will take a lot less time for the returning customer since the system automatically saves the information.

Precisely, all you have to do is carefully fill in the required details, make the payment & submit. That’s it, it’s so simple!

What are you waiting for?

Receive your schedule 1 within minutes and get going!