e-File Form 940, 941 or 944 for Small Businesses
Learn your options for e-filing form 940, 941 or 944. You can e-file any of the following employment tax forms: 940, 941, 943, 944 and 945.
Benefits to e-filing:
- It saves you time.
- It is secure and accurate.
- You receive acknowledgement within 24 hours.
If you wish to e-file your employment tax form, then choose one of the two options below:
Option 1: I want to submit the forms myself
You will need to purchase IRS-approved software. This list of providers offers options based on the relevant tax year. You may have to pay a fee to electronically file the returns.
The software will require your signature to e-file the return. Depending on the software, you will have one or both of the following options:
- The software you purchased gives you the option to apply for an online signature PIN. (allow at least 45 days to receive your PIN) or
- scan and attach Form 8453-EMP, Employment Tax Declaration for an IRS e file Return.
Option 2: I want a tax professional to file for me
Use the Authorized IRS e-file Provider Locator Service to find a tax professional who can submit the forms for you.