Today, October 31, 2025, marks the final day to file Form 720, Quarterly Federal Excise Tax Return, for the third quarter (covering July, August, and September). Businesses and individuals liable for excise taxes on fuel, air transportation, environmental products, and other taxable goods or services must ensure their returns are filed and payments made by the end of the day to stay compliant and avoid penalties.
Even though the federal government is currently in a partial shutdown, the IRS has confirmed that all regular tax deadlines remain in effect. That means there is no extension or relief for Form 720 filers. The tax laws continue to apply as usual, and the IRS still expects taxpayers to meet their filing and payment obligations on time. Delays or exceptions will not be automatically granted, even if some IRS departments are operating with limited staff.
Fortunately, e-filing services are fully operational, and TaxExcise.com continues to accept and transmit your Form 720 returns directly to the IRS without disruption. The IRS’s electronic filing systems — including E-File, EFTPS, and Direct Pay — remain active and secure, allowing filers to complete their submissions today without concern. However, due to reduced IRS staffing, support and paper return processing may be slower than usual. Therefore, electronic filing remains the fastest, safest, and most reliable method to meet today’s deadline.
If you haven’t filed yet, now is the time to act. Visit www.TaxExcise.com to file your Form 720 instantly and receive an IRS-stamped acknowledgment within minutes. Don’t risk penalties or interest — file electronically before midnight and stay compliant, even during the shutdown.
