How to Make FTB Business
Tax Payments Online
What You’ll Need
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LLC/Corporation’s Federal Employer Identification Number (FEIN)
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California LLC/Corporation Number or SOS file number
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Bank account details (routing and account number) for ACH payment (Web Pay)
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Estimated tax amount and due dates from Form 100-ES
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Go to the FTB Website
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Visit ftb.ca.gov
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Click on "Pay" at the top
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Under the "Businesses" section, click “Bank account (Web Pay)”
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Or go directly to: ftb.ca.gov/pay
2. Select Entity Type
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Choose "LLC" or "Corporation" when prompted
3. Select Payment Type
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Choose "Estimated Tax Payment"
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This option ensures the payment is applied correctly to Form 100-ES
4. Enter Corporation Information
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Enter the corporation’s FEIN
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Enter the California LLC or Corporation Number or Secretary of State (SOS) file number
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Enter the legal business name
5. Enter Payment Details
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Input the payment amount (based on your Form 100-ES installment)
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Choose whether to make the payment today or schedule it for a future date
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Enter your bank account routing and account numbers (checking or savings)
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Review all details carefully
6. Submit Payment
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Confirm all entries: amount, account, business info, and payment date
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Click "Submit"
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You’ll receive a confirmation page—print or save this for your records
7. Verify and Track the Payment
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Check your bank statement to confirm withdrawal in 2–3 business days
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If you have a MyFTB business account, you can log in to view scheduled and completed payments
Additional Notes
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Payment due dates for calendar-year corporations are generally April 15, June 15, September 15, and December 15
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If total tax due is $20,000+ or total liability is $80,000+, future payments may need to be made via EFT (Electronic Funds Transfer) instead of Web Pay
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Credit card payments are available but include a processing fee
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