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Filing Form 940 isn’t just about transmitting it to the IRS! It’s about getting the data right, validating it thoroughly, and owning the
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From data entry to IRS submission, we streamline every step of Form 940 filing while ensuring full compliance.
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Upload your employer and wage details with our Excel template. Perfect if you're filing for several businesses.
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Schedule A for Multi-State Employers
If you operate in more than one state, you can enter your Schedule A details or reuse data from prior filings — all at no extra cost.
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Built-in Signature Options
Sign your 940 your way. Use a 94x Online Signature PIN or Form 8453-EMP to e-sign your return securely and in just minutes.
Built to Ensure FUTA Compliance
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Flexible FUTA Tax Payments
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Things To Know Before You File Form 940
What is Form 940?
Form 940 is the Annual Federal Unemployment Tax Return (FUTA).
Employers use this form to report and pay FUTA taxes that help fund unemployment
compensation programs.
Who must file Form 940?
You must file Form 940 if you:
- Paid $1,500 or more in wages in any calendar quarter, or
- Had one or more employees working at least part of a day in 20+ weeks during the year.
When to file Form 940?
Form 940 is due annually by January 31
each year.
If all your FUTA taxes are deposited by their due date, the deadline to file Form 940 is extended to February 10.
Information Required to File Form 940 Online
Here are the essential details to file Form 940 online.
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1. Business Details
- Employer Identification Number (EIN)
- Name (not your trade name)
- Trade name (if any)
- Business Address
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2. FUTA Taxes and Deposits
- Total wages paid to employees
- Payments exempt from FUTA
- Total FUTA wages
- Attach 940 Schedule A (If applicable)
- Adjustments for state exclusions (if applicable)
- FUTA liability deposits
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3. Signing Authority Information
- Signing authority information
- Use Online Signature PIN or Form 8453-EMP to sign your return.
You can refer to the 940 instructions to learn how to file Form 940 accurately.
Report your FUTA taxes and e-file 940 with TaxBandits!
How to File 940 Electronically with TaxBandits?
Sign up for your free account and follow the steps below to e-file Form 940 with ease!
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Step 1: Enter Your Infomation
Enter the total payment made to employees, including FUTA tax liability details, and attach Schedule A if applicable.
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Step 2: Pay Balance Due (if any)
Select your preferred payment method to pay your tax due. You can easily make EFTPS and credit card payments directly through TaxBandits.
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Step 3: Review and Transmit to the IRS
Use your Online Signature PIN or Form 8453-EMP to sign your return, review it, and transmit it to the IRS.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Are there any changes to Form 940 for the 2025 Tax Year?
Yes, the IRS has introduced several important updates to Form 940 for 2025, including a new section for aggregate return filers, mandatory electronic balance due payments, a direct deposit option for Form 940 refunds, and updated credit reduction states.
Check out our latest article to know more about the changes to Form 940.
Do you need to file 940 if no payments have been made to the employees?
If you’re not liable for FUTA tax for 2025 because you haven’t made any payments to employees in 2025, check Box C (No payments to employees in 2025) on
Form 940. Then, sign and file it with the IRS.
Who must file 940 Schedule A along with Form 940?
Employers should file Schedule A (Form 940) if,
- Wages were paid to employees in more than one state (multi-state employer) or
- Wages were paid in any state that's subject to credit reduction.
Click here to learn more about the 940 filing requirements of a multi-state employer.
How to pay the balance due on Form 940 to the IRS?
The balance due is the amount owed to the IRS after reconciling your FUTA tax liabilities and deposits. You can pay the balance due using the following methods through TaxBandits:
- Electronic Funds Withdrawal (EFW)
- Electronic Federal Tax Payment System (EFTPS)
- Credit/Debit Card
- Check or Money Order.
Get your balance-due payment done in minutes!
TaxBandits provides you with an exclusive EFTPS payment solution to make your 940 tax deposits easily. Know more
Can you file Form 940 electronically?
Yes, Form 940 can be filed electronically with the IRS. The IRS encourages electronic filing as it is secure, accurate, and reduces the IRS processing time.
What are the penalties if you don’t file Form 940 on time?
Failure to file Form 940 by the deadline will result in a 5% penalty on the tax due. This amount will accrue every month until the amount owed is paid in full.
The IRS will also penalize you for making a late payment or for not paying the full amount you owe. You will be charged 2-15% of the unpaid tax, depending on how many days your payment is late.
Get more detailed information about Form 940 penalties for not filing or not paying the taxes.
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How to File 940 Electronically with TaxBandits?
Welcome to TaxBandits!
After you have successfully signed up, you’ll get a welcome dashboard. Click on ‘94x Dashboard’ to begin filing.
Choose Form 940
Under 94x Forms-Annual, Choose Form 940 to report unemployment taxes.
Add Employer Details
Enter employer details manually or click ‘Select Employer from Address Book’ if you have already saved the details.
Choose Tax Year
Choose the tax year (2024, 2023, or 2022) you want to file for.
Enter Part 1 Information (If applicable)
Enter state abbreviation if you must pay unemployment tax in only one state. If you are a multi-state employer check the box in line 1b or check the box in line 2 if you paid wages to employees in credit reduction states.
Complete Schedule A (Form 940)
If you have checked the box in line 1b or 2, you are required to fill out Schedule A
Enter Required Information (If applicable)
Enter the information that applies to your business and click ‘Save & Continue’.
Select the option to pay the IRS balance due
Preferred payment option based on your balance due:
- If the balance due is less than $2,500, choose to pay via Credit/Debit card
- If the balance due is more than $2,500, choose to pay via EFTPS.
TaxBandits support both the above-mentioned payment options.
Review Form 940 Summary
Review the information on Form 940. Make any necessary edits. If everything looks correct, proceed.
Choose the Method to Sign the Return
Choose 94x Online Signature PIN if you have one. If not, e-sign instantly using Form 8453-EMP.
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