How do I view my tax account balances and history online through IRS.gov?

by | Oct 18, 2025 | Individual Taxes

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How to view your IRS tax account balances and history online

Create or sign in to your IRS Individual Online Account

  • Go to IRS.gov/account and select “Sign in to your Online Account” to view your federal tax account information. New users will be prompted to verify identity; have photo ID ready. 1

What you can see and do in your Online Account

  • View total amount owed and a breakdown by tax year 1
  • Make a payment from your bank account or by card; view up to five years of payment history, including estimated tax payments; schedule and cancel future payments 1
  • View or apply for a payment plan and see plan details 2
  • Access tax records: view key data from your most recent return (including AGI), get transcripts or a tax compliance report 1
  • Check refund status and view digital copies of select IRS notices 3
  • View audit status for certain correspondence exams and manage communication preferences (including going paperless for some notices) 1
  • Validate and save bank accounts; request and view an IP PIN; approve and e-sign tax pro authorizations 3

If you only need transcripts or return info

  • Use Get Transcript to view or download your return transcripts showing most line items, including your AGI. 4

Tips for a smooth setup and use

  • Have your photo ID available for identity verification if creating a new account 1
  • You can also make a “guest” Direct Pay bank payment without signing in if you only need to pay, but signing in lets you see balances and history 1

Business users

  • Businesses can use the IRS Business Tax Account to view balances, payment history, and transcripts; partners with a Schedule K‑1 can also register for limited access. 5

Sources

1 – IRS.gov – Online account for individuals 📄 Summarize
2 – IRS – Publication 5533 Access Your IRS Individual Online Account 📄 Summarize
3 – IRS Newsroom – IR-2025-22 📄 Summarize
4 – IRS.gov – Information about federal taxes 📄 Summarize
5 – IRS.gov – Business Tax Account 📄 Summarize


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