990 federal electronic filing information
Contact information
If you have specific questions about what you can e-file or about rejections you received, contact the IRS for more information.
Internal Revenue Service
Phone
: 866-255-0654Electronic filing details
E-filing information | Details |
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Grace period | 10 calendar days for returns |
E-filing mandate | The following are required to e-file:
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Return types accepted | 990 and 990-EZ, Exempt Organization 990-PF, Private Foundation 990-N, e-postcard 990-T, Unrelated Business Tax 4720, Excise Taxes Amended Extension Estimates |
Return types not accepted | Short year returns |
Accepts returns with these conditions | Refund/credit No balance due Balance due |
Direct deposit of refunds | No |
Accepted forms of payment | Electronic funds withdrawal (EFW) Electronic funds transfer (EFT) Check by mail |
Signature requirements | ERO retains signed 8879-TE or 8453-TE for 3 years. |
Supports PDF attachments | Yes |
Tax year(s) supported for e-filing | Current tax year and two prior tax years |
Special considerations | Refer to IRS Publication 4163 for detailed e-filing information for business returns. |