10/20/2026
💳 Paying the IRS by card may soon get a little easier.
The IRS has finalized rules allowing taxpayers to pay taxes directly to the IRS with a credit or debit card, rather than going through third-party payment processors.
While taxpayers will still be responsible for any processing fees, the change could simplify the payment process and provide additional convenience, including the ability to make certain payments directly over the phone.
The IRS believes the new system will improve efficiency, reduce paper check processing, and modernize how tax payments are made.
A small change, but another step toward a more modern IRS.