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posted Apr 19, 2021 9:33:12 AM

Has anyone ever have the IRS not draft on scheduled date?

I e-filed on April 9 and scheduled payments to draft April 15. The state took their money but federal hasn’t. Ever happen to anyone else?

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Expert Alumni
Apr 19, 2021 9:43:08 AM

Yes. If the date set for withdrawal has passed, you are not alone. The IRS does take some time to withdraw funds and they are backlogged. Try waiting up to a few days before the May 17 deadline before prompting a secondary means of payment. Otherwise, it could end up that you double pay and then have to wait for a refund. Since it is set to be paid, it is best to give the system time to work.

 

If the payment has still not been withdrawn and you are within a few days of May 17, go to IRS Paying Your Taxes for options or see 2020 Form 1040 Instructions, page 62. Payment options include: