CP30 Notice - Need help finding where to pay on IRS website

The IRS Direct Pay system doesn't have a specific option for CP30 notices, but you can still pay it online. When you go to the IRS payment site (https://www.irs.gov/payments), select the "Pay Your Tax Bill" option. Then choose "Direct Pay" or one of the credit card processors. When you get to the reason for payment section, select "Tax Return or Notice" and then choose "Form 1040" under the type. For the tax period, select the year the CP30 notice is for. In the apply payment section, you can choose "1040-ES Estimated Tax" or "Amount Due on Notice" depending on what's available. The important part is to enter your notice number (CP30) in the comment field if they provide one. Also make sure to keep your confirmation number as proof of payment in case there's any confusion later.

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Just wanted to follow up. I tried taxr.ai for my CP2000 notice and it was seriously helpful! I uploaded my notice and it immediately broke down exactly what the IRS was questioning and showed me how to respond properly. It even helped me calculate what I actually owed versus what they claimed. The step-by-step guidance saved me from making mistakes that probably would have dragged this process out for months. Definitely less stressful than trying to decipher everything myself or spending hours on hold with the IRS.

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For what it's worth, I've found that paying through the IRS Direct Pay is way better than the credit card option for CP30 notices. The credit card processors charge like a 2% fee which can be substantial depending on how much you owe. Direct Pay comes straight out of your bank account with no fees. Just make sure you select "Notice" as your reason for payment if that option is available. Otherwise do what the expert above said and choose "Tax Return or Notice" and then "Form 1040" and put your CP30 info in the comments.

When I got a CP30 last year, I found that the easiest way was actually to use the IRS2Go app on my phone. For some reason it had a more straightforward interface than the website. You can link it to your IRS online account and make the payment that way.

Just want to add my experience - I had a CP30 notice two months ago and was also confused about the payment process. What worked for me was going to irs.gov/payments and selecting "Pay Your Tax Bill" then "Make a Payment Using Direct Pay from Your Bank Account." When it asks for the reason, I selected "Balance Due" and then "Individual" as the taxpayer type. For the tax period, I chose the year my estimated tax was due for. The key thing is in the "Apply Payment To" section - I selected "Estimated Tax" since that's what the CP30 is about. I put my CP30 notice number in the comments field and the payment was applied correctly within 3 business days. Got a confirmation letter about a week later showing zero balance. The whole process took maybe 10 minutes once I figured out the right path. Pro tip: Don't overthink it too much. The IRS payment system is pretty good at applying payments to the right place as long as you include your notice number and select the right tax year.

I just went through this exact same situation last month! The IRS website can definitely be confusing for CP30 payments. Here's what worked for me: Go to irs.gov/payments and select "Pay Your Tax Bill" then choose "Direct Pay from Your Bank Account" (no fees) or one of the credit card options if you prefer. When you get to the payment reason section, select "Balance Due" and then "Individual" as taxpayer type. The most important part is selecting the correct tax year - make sure it matches the year on your CP30 notice. For the "Apply Payment To" section, choose "Estimated Tax" since CP30 notices are specifically for missed estimated tax payments. Don't forget to include your CP30 notice number in the comments/reference field - this ensures the IRS applies your payment correctly. I was worried they might misapply it, but including the notice number cleared that up. The payment processed within 2 business days and I got a confirmation letter showing the balance was paid. Much easier than I thought it would be once I found the right path through their system!

I just went through this same headache with my CP30 notice a few weeks ago! After trying the IRS website for hours, I ended up calling the practitioner priority line (I'm an enrolled agent) and the IRS rep confirmed the process that others have mentioned here. The key is going to irs.gov/payments, selecting "Pay Your Tax Bill," then "Direct Pay from Your Bank Account" to avoid fees. When you get to the payment details, select "Balance Due" and "Individual" as taxpayer type. Make sure the tax year matches your CP30 notice. For the "Apply Payment To" section, select "Estimated Tax" since CP30s are specifically for missed quarterly payments. Most importantly, put your full CP30 notice number in the comments field - this is crucial for proper application. One thing I learned that might help others: if you're paying close to the deadline, the IRS considers the payment submitted on the date you complete the transaction online, not when it processes from your bank account. So even if it takes 2-3 days to clear, you're covered as long as you submit before the due date on your notice. Keep your confirmation number safe! The IRS rep told me that's your proof of timely payment if there are any issues later.

I've been dealing with IRS notices for years and wanted to share a few additional tips that might help. First, if you're having trouble finding your CP30 notice number that others mentioned, it's typically in the upper right corner and will say something like "Notice CP30" followed by a date code. One thing I always do is take a screenshot or photo of the confirmation page after submitting payment - don't just rely on the confirmation number. The visual proof can be helpful if there are any disputes later. Also, if you're worried about timing and your due date is really tight, consider making the payment and then calling the IRS a few days later to confirm it was applied correctly. Yes, the hold times are brutal, but it's worth the peace of mind to verify everything went through properly, especially if you're close to additional penalty deadlines. The Direct Pay option really is the way to go - no fees and it's considered submitted immediately even though it takes a few days to process from your bank account.