Prepare a 2290 extension request letter

Can't file your Form 2290 or pay the Heavy Highway Vehicle Use Tax on time? There is no IRS form for a 2290 extension — you mail a signed letter. Fill this in and we'll prepare a ready-to-mail Word document (.docx). This service is free for new and existing customers.

Before you start

An extension of time to file is generally granted for no more than 6 months — unless you are abroad (outside the U.S.).
A request for more time to pay is separate from a request for more time to file. You can prepare either or both below.
This is a request only. The IRS may grant or deny it — preparing this letter does not guarantee an extension.

Where to mail it

Print, sign, and mail the letter(s) to:

Internal Revenue Service

7940 Kentucky Drive

Florence, KY 41042-2915

Your information

Business / taxpayer name

EIN

9 digits — shown on the letter as XX-XXXXXXX.

Tax period

Address

Address line 2 (optional)

City

State

ZIP

Name to sign with (optional)

Title (optional, e.g. Owner)

I am currently abroad (outside the U.S.)

Request more time to file

Reason you can't file on time

Explain the cause of the delay. This goes into the letter.

Request more time to pay

Reason you can't pay on time

Explain the hardship or reason. This goes into the letter.