Before the deadline for Form 2290 arrives, take timely action and follow this checklist and follow this checklist upon which IRP plate truckers can rely to escape penalties and keep rolling.

With the deadline for Form 2290 looming, the IRP plate truckers should never let their filing of the IRS Heavy Vehicle Use Tax (HVUT) fall behind. Be it owner-operators, fleet managers, or running under a leased authority: late filings attract penalties at best and interruptions in vehicle registration renewals at worst. Here's presenting a complete checklist for IRP plate holders.

Have Knowledge of the IRS Form 2290 Filing Deadline

Form 2290 deadlines fall on August 31 for vehicles first used in July. For trucks that were on the road already as of July 1, that becomes your cut-off to file and pay the HVUT. Avoid last-minute delays, as IRS systems often slow down at month-end.

Gather Required Vehicle Information

Ensure you have:

• Employer Identification Number (EIN): Not your SSN
• VIN (Vehicle Identification Number): for each taxable truck
• Gross weight of the vehicle: (Category A–V for IRS classification)
• Mileage use limit: for suspended vehicles

Determine IRP Plate Requirements

Given that IRP (International Registration Plan) trucks frequently exit the state, your state DMV will require proof of 2290 payment (Schedule 1) for the renewal of IRP tags. Therefore, confirm that your IRS-stamped Schedule 1 is prepared and up-to-date.

Select the Most Beneficial Method of 2290 E-filing

Simply file through an IRS-approved e-file provider for comfort and security. E-filing provides you with instant access to your Schedule 1, which will be necessary for tag renewals and audits.

Maintain IRS and DOT Compliance

Retain all receipts for 2290, Schedule 1 forms, and payment confirmations for at least 3 years, as they are almost always needed during DOT audits or roadside inspections.

Note: For more information, visit IRS website