{"id":40329,"date":"2018-10-24T12:37:05","date_gmt":"2018-10-24T17:37:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/resource-center.hrblock.com\/?post_type=support&p=40329"},"modified":"2018-10-24T12:37:05","modified_gmt":"2018-10-24T17:37:05","slug":"irs-installment-payment-plans","status":"publish","type":"support","link":"https:\/\/hrbcomlnp.hrblock.com\/tax-center\/support\/online\/finalizing-online-return\/irs-installment-payment-plans\/","title":{"rendered":"Requesting an IRS Installment Payment Plan"},"content":{"rendered":"

Owing the IRS a large sum in taxes can be a stressful situation. The good news is that you can request <\/span>IRS installment payments<\/span>. Paying your tax bill in installment payments might be an easier option — and could help you avoid an IRS tax lien.<\/span><\/p>\n

How Do I Request an <\/span>IRS Installment Payment Plan<\/span>?<\/span><\/b><\/h2>\n

Installment plans take a few extra steps to set up, but establishing and following one can help you stay in good standing with the IRS.<\/p>\n

To request the IRS installment plan:<\/p>\n

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  1. Choose\u00a0Federal\u00a0<\/strong>on the top navigation bar.<\/li>\n
  2. Under\u00a0Wrap-Up<\/strong>, choose Federal Wrap-Up<\/strong>.<\/li>\n
  3. Check the Pay federal balance due in installments (Form 9465)<\/strong> box.<\/li>\n
  4. Choose\u00a0Next<\/strong>.<\/li>\n
  5. Complete the rest of the topic.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    If you e-file, we\u2019ll include Form 9465<\/a>: Installment Agreement Request with your return. If you paper-file, the form will print with your return. Mail the form to the IRS along with your return.<\/p>\n

    The IRS will usually let you know within 30 days if it approves your installment plan request. If the IRS approves the installment payment request, it will send you a notice:<\/p>\n