Is there an option to pay CA taxes with my federal refund or vice versa/postpone one until the other received?

[joelduncan17]

My state and Fed taxes were about equal and opposite to a magnitude greater than what I normally keep in checking. Naturally, CA instantly tried to take their money while the Fed apparently makes you wait 21 days.

[MarilynG1]

Unfortunately, you can't pay your California Taxes with your Federal Refund.  This link gives more info on Paying State Tax With Federal Refund.

You have until April 15, 2021 to pay your California Tax Due.  Click this link for more info on California Tax Deadlines.

The IRS says Refunds are processed within 7-21 days, so you should have your Federal Refund before your CA taxes are due.

[joelduncan17]

I saw no option on TurboTax to only move forward with one tax bill/refund. This resulted in CA causing an overdraft in my checking while waiting for my federal refund. Did I miss that option?

Should I expect CA to reattempt the transaction? I have funds to cover, they would just take days to move.

[JeanneLO]

You cannot pay your state tax with your federal refund as they are separate taxing authorities. You should have been prompted in TurboTax to choose when to pay the Ca state tax due or select to mail in a check. You can also pay online through the State of California State Franchise Tax Board website.

They may re-attempt the draft however you may want to contact them for a clarification on the issue.