Excise720 – File IRS Form 720 & Form 8849 Online
IRS-Authorized E-Filing for Form 720 & Form 8849 — Fast, Secure & Simple
All filings just $9.95 — any filing, any tax, any fee.
Excise720 is an online federal excise tax e-filing platform for businesses, tax professionals, and individuals who need to file IRS Form 720, Quarterly Federal Excise Tax Return, or Form 8849, Claim for Refund of Excise Taxes.
File your federal excise tax return or eligible excise tax refund claim online with step-by-step guidance, built-in validation, secure submission, and IRS filing status updates—all from one convenient dashboard.
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Why Tax Professionals Choose Excise720
Fast & Simple E-Filing
Streamline Form 720 and Form 8849 filing with an easy-to-use online platform.
Built-In Validation
Help identify common filing errors before submission with built-in validation.
Filing Status Updates
Easily monitor filing progress and submission status from your dashboard.
Convenient Client Management
Manage multiple client filings efficiently from one centralized dashboard.
Federal Excise Tax E-Filing Made Simple with Excise720
Federal excise tax filing can involve multiple tax categories, schedules, calculations, and IRS requirements. Excise720 simplifies the process by providing an easy-to-use online platform designed specifically for federal excise tax filing.
Whether you need to report quarterly excise taxes with Form 720 or request an eligible federal excise tax refund using Form 8849, Excise720 guides you through the filing process from start to submission.
File IRS Form 720 Online
Form 720, Quarterly Federal Excise Tax Return, is used to report and pay certain federal excise taxes.
Excise720 helps businesses and tax professionals prepare and electronically file Form 720 for applicable excise tax categories, including:
- Environmental Tax
- Comm & Air Taxes
- Foreign Insurance
- Retail Tax
- Ship Tax
- Part II Tax
- Manufacturer Tax
- SCHEDULE-C
- Fuel Tax
- Other Excise Tax
- PCORI Tax
The platform can also support applicable Form 720 schedules and related forms, helping you prepare your federal excise tax filing in one place.
File IRS Form 8849 Online for Excise Tax Refund Claims
Need to claim a refund of eligible federal excise taxes?
IRS Form 8849, Claim for Refund of Excise Taxes, is used to request refunds for certain excise taxes. The appropriate schedule depends on the type of excise tax and refund being claimed.
With Excise720, eligible filers can prepare and electronically submit Form 8849 without relying on a paper-only filing process.
Form 8849 Schedules
Depending on the type of refund claim, Form 8849 may require an applicable schedule, including:
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Schedule 1 – Nontaxable Use of Fuels
Used for certain refund claims involving nontaxable uses of gasoline, aviation gasoline, diesel fuel, kerosene, aviation fuel, and other qualifying fuels.
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Schedule 2 – Sales by Registered Ultimate Vendors
Used by qualifying registered ultimate vendors for certain fuel-related refund claims.
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Schedule 5 – Section 4081(e) and 6435 Claims
Used for qualifying claims involving certain taxable fuel transactions.
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Schedule 6 – Other Claims
Used for certain claims that are not reportable on other applicable Form 8849 schedules, including eligible refunds of excise taxes previously reported on Form 720 and certain other excise tax returns.
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Schedule 8 – Registered Credit Card Issuers
Used by registered credit card issuers for qualifying fuel-tax refund claims.
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Schedule 1 and 6 – Both Schedules Together
Eligible filers can prepare and submit both Schedule 1 and Schedule 6 claims together with Excise720.
Why Choose Excise720?
Specialized Federal Excise Tax Filing
Excise720 focuses on federal excise tax filing, including Form 720 and Form 8849, giving filers a purpose-built platform instead of a generic tax filing experience.
Easy Step-by-Step Filing
Enter your business and tax information through a guided online filing process designed to make complex excise tax forms easier to complete.
Built-In Validation
Excise720 checks filing information for common missing or inconsistent entries before submission, helping reduce avoidable filing errors.
Secure Online Filing
Your tax information is handled through a secure online filing environment designed for federal excise tax preparation and electronic submission.
IRS Filing Status Updates
Track your electronically submitted return or claim and view filing status information from your Excise720 account.
Filing History in One Dashboard
Access applicable Form 720 and Form 8849 filing information from your online account whenever you need it.
Support When You Need It
Have questions about using Excise720? Customer support is available to help with the filing platform and submission process.
How to File Federal Excise Tax Forms Online with Excise720
Excise720 makes online excise tax filing straightforward.
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Create Your Excise720 Account
Register online and enter your basic filer or business information.
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Choose Your IRS Form
Select Form 720 to report applicable federal excise taxes or Form 8849 for an eligible excise tax refund claim.
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Enter Your Tax Information
Follow the guided filing process and provide the information required for your selected tax or refund claim.
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Review Your Filing
Review your information and use the platform's validation process to identify common errors or missing information.
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Submit Electronically
Complete your filing and electronically transmit the applicable return or claim to the IRS.
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Track Your Filing
Check your Excise720 dashboard for filing status and submission information.
Form 720 Quarterly Filing Deadlines
Form 720 is generally filed quarterly.
| Filing Period | General Due Date |
|---|---|
| January – March | April 30, 2026 |
| April – June | July 31, 2026 |
| July – September | October 31, 2026 (filing deadline: November 2, 2026) |
| October – December | January 31, 2027 (filing deadline: February 1, 2027) |
When a due date falls on a Saturday, Sunday, or legal holiday, IRS timely-filing rules may affect the applicable deadline.
Always verify the deadline and filing requirements that apply to your specific return.
Form 720 and Form 8849: What's the Difference?
Form 720 is generally used to report and pay federal excise taxes, while Form 8849 is used to claim refunds of certain federal excise taxes.
If your business owes an applicable federal excise tax, you may need to file Form 720. If you previously paid an excise tax and qualify for a refund under IRS rules, Form 8849 and the applicable schedule may be required.
In some situations, Form 8849 Schedule 6 can be used for qualifying refunds involving excise taxes previously reported on Form 720.
Who Can Use Excise720?
Excise720 is designed for organizations and individuals with federal excise tax filing needs, including:
- Businesses subject to federal excise taxes
- Tax professionals and tax preparers
- Fuel businesses and qualifying fuel claimants
- Manufacturers and importers
- Transportation-related businesses
- Organizations responsible for PCORI fee reporting
- Businesses claiming eligible federal excise tax refunds
- Occasional and one-time federal excise tax filers
- High-volume and enterprise filers
Whether you're filing one return or managing recurring federal excise tax obligations, Excise720 provides a centralized online filing solution.
Excise720 Pricing
One flat, simple rate for every filing — no tiers, no hidden add-ons.
$9.95 per filing
Any filing, any tax, any fee — on Form 720 or Form 8849.
- Applies to any Form 720 or Form 8849 filing, regardless of the tax, fee, or number of IRS tax types reported
- Covers zero/low-liability filings, single-tax filings, PCORI fee filings, and multi-tax filings
- Schedule A, Schedule C, and Schedule T preparation included when applicable
- Guided data entry, IRS e-filing, and instant confirmation receipt included
- No hidden charges and no per-schedule add-ons
About Excise720
Excise720 is a federal excise tax e-filing platform operated by The Paradigms Inc. and based in Fairfax, Virginia.
Our platform helps businesses, tax professionals, and other eligible filers prepare and electronically submit federal excise tax forms, including IRS Form 720 and Form 8849.
Excise720 combines guided filing, validation, electronic submission, filing-status information, and customer support to make federal excise tax compliance more manageable.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Excise720, Form 720 & Form 8849
What is Excise720?
Excise720 is an online federal excise tax filing platform that helps businesses, tax professionals, and eligible individuals prepare and electronically file IRS excise tax forms, including Form 720 and Form 8849.
What is IRS Form 720?
IRS Form 720, Quarterly Federal Excise Tax Return, is used to report liability for various federal excise taxes. Depending on the business and activity, these can include environmental, communications, air transportation, fuel, manufacturing, retail, PCORI, and other federal excise taxes.
What is IRS Form 8849?
IRS Form 8849, Claim for Refund of Excise Taxes, is used to claim refunds of certain federal excise taxes. Filers attach the applicable Form 8849 schedule based on the type of refund being claimed.
Can Form 8849 be filed electronically?
Yes. The IRS supports electronic filing of Form 8849 and eligible schedules through approved Modernized e-File providers.
What is the difference between Form 720 and Form 8849?
Form 720 is primarily used to report and pay applicable federal excise taxes. Form 8849 is used to claim refunds of qualifying federal excise taxes. The form you need depends on whether you are reporting excise tax liability or making an eligible refund claim.
Can Form 8849 be used for taxes reported on Form 720?
For qualifying claims, Form 8849 Schedule 6 can be used for certain refunds involving excise taxes reported on Form 720. Eligibility and supporting-document requirements depend on the specific tax and claim.
How often is Form 720 filed?
Form 720 is generally filed quarterly. The standard due dates are April 30, July 31, October 31, and January 31, subject to IRS rules for weekends and legal holidays.
Can I file a Form 720 with no tax due?
Depending on your filing obligation and circumstances, you may still need to file even when there is no current excise tax liability. Excise720 provides an option for qualifying zero- or low-liability filings.
Does Excise720 support PCORI fee filing?
Yes. Excise720 supports Form 720 filings for applicable Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute (PCORI) fees.
Can tax professionals use Excise720?
Yes. Excise720 can be used by tax professionals and preparers handling federal excise tax filings for applicable clients.
Can I track my filing after submission?
Yes. Excise720 provides filing status information through your online dashboard so you can monitor your electronically submitted filing.
Where is Excise720 located?
Excise720 is based at 4140 Timber Log Way, Fairfax, Virginia 22030, United States.
File Your Federal Excise Taxes Online with Excise720
Whether you need to file IRS Form 720 online, report a PCORI fee, manage another federal excise tax obligation, or file Form 8849 for an eligible excise tax refund, Excise720 gives you one convenient platform for federal excise tax filing.
Create your account, prepare your filing, submit electronically, and track your filing status online.