DIRECT PAY INSTRUCTIONS

ESTIMATED PAYMENTS

• Make sure the payment is made using the information for the taxpayer as listed on your tax return, not the spouse

• Select Estimated Tax for Reason for Payment

• Select 1040ES (for 1040, 1040A, 1040EZ) for Apply Payment To

• Select the proper tax period for the year you are making the payment

• Make sure to print the confirmation page and save it in your tax file as proof of payment and include it in your tax return documents next year

Example: