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Level 3
posted May 13, 2021 9:33:53 PM

IRS direct pay

Is the IRS direct pay only for Federal taxes owed or State taxes as well? I am trying to pay state taxes but i thought IRS direct pay is for all income tax payments

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Level 15
May 13, 2021 9:37:58 PM

No it is only for federal IRS payments.  You have to go to your state's website and see if they take online payments separately.  Did you pay both at the IRS?

Level 3
May 13, 2021 9:39:11 PM

yes, what should i do?

Level 15
May 13, 2021 9:41:48 PM

Well you still have to pay the state.  The IRS will eventually see you paid too much and probably send it back to you.  Might take a while to get back.  

Level 3
May 13, 2021 9:45:08 PM

Thank you for your help here. How do I pay the state? 

Level 15
May 13, 2021 9:46:43 PM

What state?

Level 15
May 13, 2021 9:49:07 PM

Check the printout or PDF of your return; look for the state cover sheet with the Turbo Tax logo. If you owed tax, it will show the payment information and how/when you decided to pay. Read the state payment instructions carefully since most states cannot be paid from within the TT system and requires additional steps.
https://ttlc.intuit.com/community/refunds/help/what-are-my-options-for-getting-my-state-refund-or-for-paying-any-state-taxes-i-owe/00/25954