Schedule C Tax Form Filing

Schedule C is where businesses claim Federal Excise Tax credits and refunds.
It directly affects how much excise tax you owe or recover.
eFileExcise720 lets you e-file Schedule C with Form 720 online.
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Efile Schedule C (Form 720) online with eFileExcise720

If your business needs to report excise tax credits or claims, Schedule C Form 720 online filing is often the simplest way to stay compliant and reduce errors.

Using eFileExcise720, you can:

File Schedule C online as part of your efile form 720 submission
Report eligible Claims Schedule C amounts in the right place, tied to your Form 720 activity
File from anywhere using a secure browser-based account
Get help from personalized customer support if you get stuck

eFileExcise720 is an IRS-authorized e-filing provider for Form 720, designed to make quarterly excise filing faster and easier.

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What is IRS Form 720 Schedule C?

IRS Form 720 Schedule C is the section used to report certain claims (credits) against excise taxes reported on Form 720. In plain terms, Schedule C is where you may be able to claim credits that reduce your total excise tax due, when you meet the IRS requirements.

Schedule C is commonly associated with fuel-related credits, but eligibility depends on the specific IRS rules for the claim type. For official guidance, refer to the IRS instructions for Form 720 and Schedule C: IRS Form 720 instructions.

Who should file Schedule C with Form 720?

You may need to include Schedule C when you are filing form 720 and you have qualifying excise tax
credits/claims to report for the quarter.

Common situations include businesses that deal with:

Fuel transactions where a credit may apply based on use, sale, or other conditions defined by the IRS
These are activities where excise tax was already paid and, under the rules for that specific claim type, you're allowed to request a credit.

Since excise tax regulations can get pretty detailed (and honestly confusing), a lot of people double-check
eligibility with a tax professional or go straight to the IRS instructions before filing.

Schedule C vs Form 8849: which one do you need?

This is where most people get confused.

eFileExcise720 allows users to submit both Form 8849 claims and Form 720 filings which enables refund
claims instead of credit claims on quarterly returns for users with that particular requirement.

You need Schedule C (on Form 720) to claim specific credits which you apply on your quarterly return.
The 8849 form (Form 8849, Claim for Refund of Excise Taxes) is used to request refunds for specific excise taxes which require additional supporting schedules based on the type of claim.

Why e-file Schedule C instead of paper filing?

Paper filing can work, but it often creates avoidable friction, especially when you are handling multiple
tax categories, claim codes, and supporting details.

When you efile schedule c with eFileExcise720, you benefit from:

Faster submission and clearer proof of filing

E-filing provides an electronic submission trail and IRS acceptance confirmation (once accepted). That is especially useful for compliance records.

Fewer avoidable errors

Online workflows help reduce common issues like missing fields, incorrect totals, or incomplete sections that can delay processing.

One place for Form 720 and related excise filings

If you file multiple excise items, it helps to manage them in one portal rather than tracking paper copies and mailing receipts.

What you can do inside eFileExcise720

This service page is focused on Schedule C, but many filers need more than just one schedule. eFileExcise720 supports:

IRS-authorized e-filing for Form 720

Form 8849 claims support for refund-related situations

Filing IRS Form 720 Schedule C during your quarterly
return submission

Form 720 amendments (720-X) when corrections are
needed

Industry guidance across common excise categories, including support for PCORI Form reporting within Form 720 when applicable

If you are filing the PCORI fee, it is reported on Form 720 (not on Schedule C). For official details, see: About the PCORI fee.

How to file Schedule C online (simple process)

Filing Schedule C tax form online is usually straightforward when you have your quarter's records ready.

Create your free account

Start with free account creation at eFileExcise720. No software download is required.

Select Form 720 and add Schedule C as needed

Select your filing quarter and follow the step-by-step instructions. If your return includes claims, you will complete the Claims Schedule C section as part of the workflow.

Review, transmit, and keep your confirmation

Confirm totals, submit, and save your filing records along with supporting documentation.

What information should you gather before you
efile Schedule C?

Having clean records ready helps you file faster and reduces back-and-forth.

Typically, filers prepare:

Business information used on Form 720 (name, EIN, address)

Quarter and tax period
details

Transaction summaries and documentation that support the claim type (for example, invoices, fuel statements, usage logs)

Prior-quarter information if you are correcting or adjusting items

If you're not totally sure which documents apply to your type of claim, the IRS instructions are honestly the best place to start. And if things still feel unclear, a tax professional can help double-check whether you actually qualify.

When you might also need Form 720-X

The process requires you to submit an amendment when you discover an error after filing your first return. The common method to correct past Form 720 submissions requires users to complete Form 720-X. The eFileExcise720 system enables users to submit Form 720 amendments through 720-X, which assists them in reporting changes that affect their tax obligations and credit claims.

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Excise returns often include sensitive business data. eFileExcise720 is designed to keep filing practical and secure:

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your information

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Simple dashboard navigation to manage
filings

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Personalized customer support if you need help completing Schedule C tax form or related sections

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Frequently Asked Questions

Schedule C is used to report certain claims and credits that may reduce the Federal Excise Tax you report on Form 720, when allowed by IRS rules.

Yes. You can file Schedule C online by e-filing Form 720 through an IRS-authorized provider such as eFileExcise720, which supports Schedule C Form 720 online completion.

No. Schedule C is a part of Form 720 for reporting certain credits on your quarterly return. The 8849 form (Form 8849) is generally used to claim refunds of certain excise taxes. Your situation determines which is appropriate.

Usually not. The PCORI fee is reported on Form 720 itself (commonly in Part II), not on Schedule C. Schedule C is for specific excise tax claims/credits.

You may need to amend your filing using Form 720-X. The right approach depends on what needs to be corrected and the IRS rules for the claim type.

Yes. eFileExcise720 is an IRS-authorized e-filing platform for Form 720 and supports related excise filings, including Schedule C completion as part of the return.

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If you are ready to file, you can complete your quarterly return and efile schedule c in the same online flow. Use eFileExcise720
to efile form 720, add IRS Form 720 Schedule C when needed, and keep your filing records organized.
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