Instructions For Form 540 2ez - California Resident Income Tax Return

Direct Deposit

It’s fast, safe, and convenient to have your refund directly deposited into

your bank account. The illustration here shows which bank numbers you

1234

John Doe

Mary Doe

need to request direct deposit.

1234 Main Street

Use a check (not a deposit slip) to find the bank numbers

Tip

PAY TO THE

you need. Contact your financial institution for assistance

in getting the correct routing number.

DOLLARS

Franchise Tax Board is not responsible when a financial institution rejects a

Routing

Account

ANYTOWN BANK

Do not include

direct deposit. If the bank or financial institution rejects the direct deposit

For

due to an error in the routing number or account number, Franchise Tax

Board will issue a paper check.

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Paying Your Taxes

General

You must pay 100% of the amount you owe by April 15, 2004, to avoid interest and penalties. There are

Information

several ways to pay your tax:

• Check or money order

• Electronic funds withdrawal

• Credit card

• Pre-approved monthly installments

Check or

Make your check or money order payable to the Franchise Tax Board. Do not send cash. Write your

social security number and 2003 Form 540 2EZ on the check or money order. How you mail your

Money Order

check depends on how you filed your return.

(no cash please)

e-file: If you did not choose electronic funds withdrawal, the software will print a payment voucher

for you, form FTB 3582. Mail your check or money order and the voucher to the address shown on

the voucher. Note: Do not mail a copy of your tax return.

Form 540 2EZ: Enclose but do not staple your check or money order to the front of the return; see

the instructions on page 8.

Electronic

Instead of paying by check you can use this convenient option if you e-file. Simply provide your bank informa-

tion, the amount you want to pay, and the date you want the amount to be withdrawn from your account. Use

Funds

the illustration above to find your bank information. Your tax preparation software will offer this option.

Withdrawal

Web Pay

Enjoy the convenience of online bill payment with Franchise Tax Board's Web pay. This secure service

lets you pay the current amount you owe, as well as any future payments of bills. Go to

and follow the Quick Link to Payment Options. Log on using your social security

number and your current customer service number (CSN).

Credit Card

Use your Discover/NOVUS, MasterCard, American Express, or Visa card to pay your personal income taxes (including tax return

balance due, extension payments, estimated tax payments, and prior year balances). The Franchise Tax Board has partnered with

Official Payments Corp. to offer you this service. Official Payments Corp. charges a convenience fee based on the amount of your

payment.

When will my payment be effective?

Your payment is effective on the same day you charge it.

What if I change my mind?

You cannot cancel the charge through Official Payments Corp. If you change your mind, you must go through your credit card com-

pany to reverse the transaction. If you reverse the transaction, we may charge you applicable penalties, interest, or other fees for

nonpayment or late payment of your tax liability.

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Form 540 2EZ Tax Booklet 2003 Page 11

Instructions For Form 540 2ez - California Resident Income Tax Return - 2003 Page 6

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