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Executive Order 14247 put a stop of "paper" checks for payment of tax and estimated tax. But online TT is still printing them like this was an option. Why?

rdenney — Mon, 09 Feb 2026 19:07:06 GMT

Re: Executive Order 14247 put a stop of "paper" checks for payment of tax and estimated tax. But online TT is still printing them like this was an option. Why?

SteamTrain — Mon, 09 Feb 2026 19:23:24 GMT

While "Strongly" encouraged by the IRS, it isn't an absolute requirement "yet".

A simple google search indicates that there are ~ 4.6 million households that do not have bank accounts, from which they could readily E-pay. SO...they don't have to file and pay taxes anymore if it becomes an "absolute requirement"???

Even the IRS has 1040-ES forms to fill out for 2026.

Re: Executive Order 14247 put a stop of "paper" checks for payment of tax and estimated tax. But online TT is still printing them like this was an option. Why?

xmasbaby0 — Mon, 09 Feb 2026 19:28:15 GMT

From the IRS

https://www.irs.gov/newsroom/irs-issues-frequently-asked-questions-about-executive-order-14247-modernizing-payments-to-and-from-americas-bank-account

Filing tax returns is not changing

The Executive Order does not change how taxpayers file their tax returns. Taxpayers will continue to file their returns in the same manner as they have in the past. The change affects how refunds are issued and how payments are made, not how returns are prepared or submitted, beginning with the 2026 filing season. For now, checks and money orders will still be accepted.

Re: Executive Order 14247 put a stop of "paper" checks for payment of tax and estimated tax. But online TT is still printing them like this was an option. Why?

user17752188439 — Fri, 03 Apr 2026 14:31:15 GMT

Received a letter when we didn't use Direct Deposit. While the IRS accepted the return, they are requiring you to have Direct Deposit. Now I have to go through hoops to fix it.

https://www.irs.gov/individuals/understanding-your-cp53e-notice

Re: Executive Order 14247 put a stop of "paper" checks for payment of tax and estimated tax. But online TT is still printing them like this was an option. Why?

SteamTrain — Fri, 03 Apr 2026 13:00:29 GMT

@user17752188439

Yep...the IRS is changing things "on-the-fly".

What may have been true at the start of the year...may not be so right now.

You might still get a paper check....but it will be delayed while they wait to see if you create an IRS account, and enter your bank info there.

If Not...then:

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"What if I did not respond to the CP53E? (added Jan. 21, 2026)

If you don’t respond to the notice, we will issue a paper check after 6 weeks. For updates on your refund status, visit Where’s My Refund."