Form 2290 HVUT Filing
$499
File your annual Heavy Highway Vehicle Use Tax (HVUT) with Form 2290. Required for vehicles with a gross weight of 55,000 pounds or more.
Annual Deadline
Form 2290 is due by the last day of the month following the end of your tax year. Penalties apply for late filing.
What is HVUT?
The Heavy Highway Vehicle Use Tax (HVUT) is a federal excise tax on the use of heavy vehicles (55,000+ lbs GVWR) on public highways. Form 2290 is used to report this tax to the IRS. All carriers with qualifying vehicles must file annually.
What's Included
- Complete Form 2290 preparation
- Vehicle information verification
- HVUT tax calculation
- Electronic filing with IRS
- Schedule 1 preparation (vehicle schedules)
- Official e-filing confirmation
- Decal number assignment
Who Needs Form 2290?
✓ Heavy Trucks
Vehicles with gross weight rating (GWR) of 55,000 lbs or more
✓ Trailers
Heavy trailers with 55,000+ lbs GWR
✓ Fleet Operations
Any trucking company operating heavy vehicles on public highways
Tax Calculation
HVUT is calculated based on vehicle weight:
| Weight Range (lbs) | Annual Tax |
|---|---|
| 55,000-75,000 | $100 |
| 75,001-85,000 | $300 |
| 85,001-110,000 | $550 |
Non-Refundable Service
This service is non-refundable once payment is processed.
Form 2290 Basics
- Who files: vehicles with a taxable gross weight of 55,000 lbs or more that use public highways.
- Tax period: the HVUT tax period runs from July 1 through June 30.
- Proof of payment: the IRS-stamped Schedule 1 is your proof of payment, used for vehicle registration.
How It Works
- Step 1: You give us your business name, EIN, and each vehicle's VIN and taxable gross weight.
- Step 2: We confirm which vehicles are taxable for the July - June tax period.
- Step 3: We prepare and e-file your Form 2290 with the IRS.
- Step 4: You receive your stamped Schedule 1 by email once the IRS accepts the return.
- Step 5: Use your Schedule 1 as proof of payment for registration.
Form 2290 FAQ
Is USAFE part of the IRS, FMCSA, or USDOT?
No. USAFE Services is a private filing service that helps trucking carriers nationwide with their federal filings. USAFE Services is registered with FMCSA as a Supporting Company, Filer #5191541. We are not affiliated with the IRS.
Which vehicles need Form 2290?
Highway motor vehicles with a taxable gross weight of 55,000 lbs or more.
What is Schedule 1?
Schedule 1 is the IRS-stamped proof that your HVUT return was filed. It is used for vehicle registration.
What do you need from me?
Your EIN, business details, and each vehicle's VIN and taxable gross weight. Questions? Call 702-988-9990.
$499
Annual Filing Fee
