File IRS Form 8849 Online
If you paid federal excise tax on fuel or other taxable items and you qualify for a refund this page shows a simple way to claim it online. eFileExcise720 is an IRS authorized platform that helps you file fast with fewer errors. You can create a free account then complete your claim from any device. Our secure system checks entries in real time and our support team is ready when you have questions.
Below you will learn what the claim covers who should file how the process works and what records to gather. You will also see why businesses trust our clear dashboard and friendly help. When you are ready you can submit your claim to the IRS with confidence.
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What this refund claim covers
This claim lets you request a refund or credit of excise taxes you already paid. Many filers use it for fuel taxes paid on diesel gasoline kerosene or alternative fuels that were used in a nontaxable way. Others use it when a taxed product was exported, sold to an exempt buyer or lost due to theft or casualty. You can also recover an overpayment that was reported on a prior Form 720 return. Choose the right schedule for your case then enter the gallon totals invoices or other proof as required. For definitions, rules and exceptions see IRS guidance.
Who should file and when
Owner operators fleets fuel distributors manufacturers retailers nonprofits and government entities often qualify.
You can file a one time claim for a specific event or file on a regular cycle if you have ongoing activity that meets IRS rules.
For many fuel claims the IRS sets minimum gallons or minimum dollar amounts per period so you may file monthly quarterly or yearly based on the thresholds.
Keep purchase receipts fuel logs meter readings and exemption certificates for each claim.
If you need to fix an excise return that was already filed use Form 720 X to amend then claim any refund you are due. Our team can explain how the two filings work together.
Timing and filing options
Timing depends on the type of claim. Many fuel claims allow filing as soon as you reach the minimum during a period while some claims must wait until the quarter ends.
You can combine eligible transactions within the same schedule to reduce paperwork. If you prefer to take a credit on your next quarterly excise return you may be able to claim a credit on Form 720 instead.
How eFileExcise720 makes filing simple
Start in minutes with no software to install. The dashboard guides you through plain language screens and builds the right schedules for Form 8849 based on your answers.
- Create a free account at eFileExcise720.
- Choose Claim for Refund in your account.
- Answer simple prompts. The system selects schedules and checks for common errors.
- Upload invoices logs or certificates when asked.
- Review totals and sign with an electronic signature.
- Transmit securely to the IRS. Get status updates by email and inside your dashboard.
Need help at any point our customer support offers live guidance by phone chat or email.
Claims covered and documents you need
Our platform supports the major claim categories the IRS accepts. Match your facts
to the right schedule and gather the records listed below.
Nontaxable use of fuels
Common examples include fuel used in off highway business equipment on a farm on a vessel or for heating. Keep purchase invoices meter readings usage logs and proof of use. Record gallon totals by product type for each period you claim.
Sales by registered ultimate vendors
You must hold a valid IRS registration and sell to qualified buyers. Keep exemption certificates, invoices and proof of payment. Retain evidence that tax was included in the purchase price and that you refunded the tax to the buyer when required.
Other claims from Form 720 taxes
Some excise taxes reported on the quarterly return can be refunded when a later event changes tax liability. Examples include tax on certain retail sales that were later exempt or tax billed twice by mistake. Keep the filed return details, credit notes and any correspondence that shows why the tax should be returned.
If you are unsure which schedule fits your facts our support team will help you choose.
Accuracy matters because the IRS reviews supporting details with each claim. Check that names, addresses EINs and registration numbers are correct. Use consistent units for gallons and rates. Make sure dates on invoices fall inside the period you are claiming. Keep copies of bills of lading delivery tickets and refund checks if you refunded tax to a buyer. Organize your paperwork by schedule then by date. Store digital scans in your account so you can share them quickly if the IRS requests more information.
Why choose eFileExcise720
Your time matters. Our service is built to reduce data entry, save effort and cut rejections. eFileExcise720 is trusted by small businesses and large carriers alike. We protect your data with secure encryption and strict access controls. You file from any browser with nothing to download. If a notice arrives later you still have access to your records inside your account.
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