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Paying the HVUT

How to Pay HVUT by Electronic Funds Withdrawal (EFW)

Written by the Consulics HVUT Compliance Team · Reviewed against the IRS Instructions for Form 2290

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Electronic Funds Withdrawal (EFW), also called direct debit, lets the IRS pull the tax straight from your bank account when you e-file. It is the simplest option because you set it up inside the same return.

Steps to pay by EFW

  1. 1During filing, choose Electronic Funds Withdrawal as your payment method.
  2. 2Enter your bank routing number and account number, and select the account type.
  3. 3Confirm the amount and authorize the withdrawal.
  4. 4Transmit the return; the IRS debits the authorized amount from your account.

Get it right the first time

Double-check the routing and account numbers — a wrong routing number is a common cause of a payment problem and can hold up your return. EFW is best when you are filing and paying in one sitting from a bank account you control.

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Last reviewed July 30, 2026

This page is general information, not tax, legal, or financial advice. Rules, rates, and procedures change over time and may not fit your situation, so confirm anything you rely on with the IRS or the relevant agency, or with a qualified professional. Consulics does not guarantee this information is complete or current.