Can I file form 2290 myself?

Full answer

You can prepare and file Form 2290 yourself without hiring an accountant or tax preparer. You need your employer identification number, the legal business name associated with that number, each vehicle identification number, taxable gross weight, and month of first highway use. You cannot substitute your Social Security number for an EIN.

Use the IRS instructions to calculate the tax or determine whether mileage-based suspension applies. You can file electronically through an IRS-authorized e-file provider or submit a paper return when permitted. Electronic filing is mandatory when a return reports 25 or more vehicles on which tax is being paid. Check every identification number before you submit, because mistakes can delay acceptance or your registration paperwork.

After filing, keep your accepted return, payment records, and stamped Schedule 1 for registration and future reference.