My federal estimated tax vouchers are saying DO NOT FILE vouchers not available.

[annecusumano7]

I checked for updates but they are still saying DO NOT FILE

[ReneV4]

If you would like to make an estimated tax payment, you do not need to wait for the voucher to be available.

You may visit the IRS website here to make estimated payments.

1. Reason for Payment: Select "Estimated Tax"
2. Apply Payment To: Select "1040-ES (for 1040, 1040-SR, 1040-NR)"
3. Tax Year for Payment: Select 2026

You’ll just need your bank routing and account numbers.

If you haven't already, you can also create an IRS account where you can also make payments directly without a voucher.

[steverickenbacher1157]

When will the federal estimates not say do not file?  I checked the IRS website and it appears as if the forms are ready for 2026. 

[LindaS5247]

The "Do Not File" watermark should disappear once the form is finalized. It also may appear if you printed your federal tax return before you e-filed it.

If you are using the TurboTax Desktop, you will have to update your software once the file is finalized. If you are using TurboTax Desktop, you can manually check for updates for  your TurboTax program by clicking on "Online" in the black bar near the top of your screen and selecting "Check for Updates."

 In the meantime, you can get the forms by clicking here.

Click here for Why does DO NOT FILE, FORM NOT FINAL appear on my printouts?

Here is information for mailing your 1040 ES.IRS - Where to Mail 1040-ES

Click here for Instructions to Form 1040 ES

Please return to Community if you have any additional information or questions and we would be happy to help.

[steverickenbacher1157]

FYI I received an update today and was able to print the estimate vouchers, so I am all set now.