Form 2290 Filing — Heavy Vehicle Use Tax
E-file your IRS Form 2290 online, avoid late penalties, and get your stamped Schedule 1 back fast without wrestling with another tax portal.
What Is Form 2290?
IRS Form 2290 is the federal tax return used to report and pay the Heavy Vehicle Use Tax (HVUT). If you own or operate a truck, tractor, or other highway vehicle with a taxable gross weight of 55,000 pounds or more, the IRS requires you to file this form every year.
When you file, the IRS returns a stamped Schedule 1 — your proof of payment. You need this to register your vehicle with the state, so filing quickly matters. E-filing through our service means you typically get your Schedule 1 back within minutes, not weeks.
Who Needs to File?
You must file Form 2290 if you have a highway motor vehicle registered (or required to be registered) in your name with a taxable gross weight of 55,000 pounds or more.
- Owner-operators with heavy trucks or tractors
- Trucking companies and fleet owners
- Anyone who purchases or first uses a heavy vehicle mid-year
- Vehicles used on public highways (even if only occasionally)
- Suspended vehicles (no tax due, but still must file)
2025–2026 HVUT Tax Rates
Annual tax for taxable vehicles based on gross weight. Suspended and exempt vehicles owe $0 but must still file.
| Taxable Gross Weight | Annual Tax |
|---|---|
| 55,000 lbs | $100 |
| 55,001 – 56,000 lbs | $122 |
| 56,001 – 57,000 lbs | $144 |
| 57,001 – 58,000 lbs | $166 |
| 58,001 – 59,000 lbs | $188 |
| 59,001 – 60,000 lbs | $210 |
| 60,001 – 61,000 lbs | $232 |
| 61,001 – 62,000 lbs | $254 |
| 62,001 – 63,000 lbs | $276 |
| 63,001 – 64,000 lbs | $298 |
| 64,001 – 65,000 lbs | $320 |
| 65,001 – 66,000 lbs | $342 |
| 66,001 – 67,000 lbs | $364 |
| 67,001 – 68,000 lbs | $386 |
| 68,001 – 69,000 lbs | $408 |
| 69,001 – 70,000 lbs | $430 |
| 70,001 – 71,000 lbs | $452 |
| 71,001 – 72,000 lbs | $474 |
| 72,001 – 73,000 lbs | $496 |
| 73,001 – 74,000 lbs | $518 |
| 74,001 – 75,000 lbs | $540 |
| 75,000+ lbs | $550 |
Logging vehicles receive a reduced rate (approximately 75% of the standard rate). Suspended vehicles owe $0.
What You Need to File
EIN
Your Employer Identification Number from the IRS. Social Security Numbers are not accepted for Form 2290.
VIN
The 17-character Vehicle Identification Number for each vehicle you're filing for.
Gross Weight
The taxable gross weight of each vehicle (must be 55,000 lbs or more).
Don't have an EIN? We can help you get one.
Filing Deadlines
Annual Deadline — August 31
For vehicles first used in July (the start of the tax period), Form 2290 is due by August 31 each year. The tax period runs July 1 through June 30.
New Vehicles — Last Day of Following Month
If you first use a taxable vehicle after July, file by the last day of the month following the month of first use. For example, a vehicle first used in October must be filed by November 30.
Late Filing Penalties
Filing late incurs a penalty of 4.5% of the total tax due per month (up to 25%), plus 0.5% per month for late payment, plus interest. File on time to avoid unnecessary costs.
How It Works
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Form 2290?
Form 2290 is the IRS form used to report and pay the Heavy Vehicle Use Tax (HVUT). It's required for highway motor vehicles with a taxable gross weight of 55,000 pounds or more.
When is Form 2290 due?
For vehicles first used on the road in July, the deadline is August 31. If you first use a vehicle in a different month, your 2290 is due by the last day of the month following the month of first use.
What is the stamped Schedule 1?
Schedule 1 is the proof that you've paid HVUT. You need it to register your vehicle with the state. After e-filing, the IRS stamps and returns it — usually within minutes.
Can I file for multiple vehicles at once?
Yes. You can add as many vehicles as you need on a single filing. Our fee is $49 per vehicle.
What if my vehicle is suspended (not driven on public highways)?
You still need to file Form 2290, but the tax amount is $0 for suspended vehicles. Select the 'Suspended' category when adding your vehicle.
What happens if I file late?
Late filing can result in penalties of 4.5% of the total tax due per month (up to 5 months), plus interest. Filing on time avoids these costs.
Do I need to file every year?
Yes. HVUT is an annual tax. You must file each year for the tax period July 1 through June 30, even if your vehicle weight or use hasn't changed.
What information do I need to file?
You'll need your Employer Identification Number (EIN), Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) for each vehicle, the taxable gross weight of each vehicle, and the month of first use.
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