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IRS Newswire October 26, 2023

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*Issue Number:*? ??IR-2023-198

*Inside This Issue*
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*IRS encourages employers to electronically file payroll tax returns*

WASHINGTON ? The Internal Revenue Service today reminded employers that the best way to file their next quarterly payroll tax return by the Oct. 31, 2023, due date [ [link removed] ] is electronically.

While paper filing is available, the IRS strongly encourages e-filing. E-filing is the most secure, accurate method to file returns, and saves time.

E-filing is easy with auto-populating forms and schedules and a step-by-step process that performs calculations for the user.

The IRS acknowledges receipt of e-filed returns within 24 hours, giving employers reassurance that their return was not misplaced or lost in the mail. E-file users also receive missing information alerts.

*Two options to electronically file payroll tax returns*
The first option for employers is to self-file by purchasing IRS-approved software [ [link removed] ] that meets their specific needs. There may be a fee to electronically file returns through the software, and the software will require a signature to e-file the returns.

Depending on the software they choose, employers will do one or both of the following:


* Apply for an online signature PIN [ [link removed] ].
* Scan and attach Form 8453-EMP, Employment Tax Declaration for an IRS e-file Return [ [link removed] ], for the required signature.

The second option for employers is to hire a tax professional to prepare and file their employment tax returns. Employers can use the Authorized IRS e-file Provider Locator Service [ [link removed] ] to find a tax professional who can file on behalf of the business.

For more information on electronic filing of payroll tax returns, see the E-file Employment Tax Forms [ [link removed] ] page.

*Oct. 31 deadline postponed for disaster area employers*
Employers and other taxpayers in federally declared disaster areas have more time to file and pay. This includes the Oct. 31 payroll tax deadline. Currently, this includes:


* All employers in Vermont have until Nov. 15, 2023, to file and pay.
* All employers in Maine, Massachusetts and South Carolina have until Feb. 15, 2024, to file and pay.
* Employers in parts of Florida, Georgia, Hawaii and Louisiana also have until Feb. 15, 2024, to file and pay.
* Employers affected by the terrorist attacks in the State of Israel [ [link removed] ] have until Oct. 7, 2024, to file and pay.

See the IRS disaster relief page [ [link removed] ] for more details.

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