Why am I receiving a letter from EFTPS?
James Williams
Published Mar 05, 2026
The EFTPS (Electronic Federal Tax Payment System®) is the IRS’s online system for paying estimated taxes. The notice you received is a standard letter received by all new businesses. Verify the bank account that will be used when making a payment. Change the bank account used for a payment.
What is EFTPS additional taxpayer enrollment?
EFTPS is the free Electronic Federal Tax Payment System provided by the U.S. Department of the Treasury. ONLINE: Step-by-step enrollment is available at EFTPS.gov. You will receive your Personal Identification Number (PIN) in the mail within five to seven business days.
How long does it take to set up EFTPS?
New enrollments for EFTPS can take up to five business days to process.
What information do I need to enroll in EFTPS?
How do I enroll in EFTPS?
- taxpayer identification number, such as your EIN;
- banking account number and routing number; and.
- address and name as they appear on your IRS tax documents.
How do I activate EFTPS enrollment?
CALL 1-800-555-3453. Enter your EIN and the PIN you received in the mail from EFTPS. If you’re calling from outside the U.S., please call 303-967-5916.
Where do I get my EFTPS enrollment number?
You have two options for enrolling in EFTPS—both are free. ONLINE: Step-by-step enrollment is available at EFTPS.gov. You will receive your Personal Identification Number (PIN) in the mail within five to seven business days. PHONE: Call 1.888.725.7879Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET, to request an enrollment form by mail.
How to set up a payment account with EFTPS?
1 Go to EFTPS.gov and click on “Payments.” Then, click on “Need a Password.” 2 Follow the prompts, entering your employer identification number or social security number, the four-digit PIN you received in the mail, and either the banking information you used to enroll or the last eight digits of the enrollment number on your PIN letter.
What is this EFTPS notice I received from the IRS?
The EFTPS (Electronic Federal Tax Payment System®) is the IRS’s online system for paying estimated taxes. The notice you received is a standard letter received by all new businesses. The notice you received is a standard letter received by all new businesses.
How long does it take to fill out an EFTPS form?
retained as long as their contents may become material in the administration of any Internal Revenue law. The time needed to provide this information will vary depending on individual circumstances. The estimated average time is ten minutes.
