Carriers with qualified motor vehicles traveling in more than one IFTA jurisdiction file quarterly fuel tax returns with their base jurisdiction.
The usual due dates
The last day of the month after each quarter: April 30, July 31, October 31 and January 31. Check your base jurisdiction for weekend rules.
Have ready
- Miles by state, from the ELD or trip sheets.
- Fuel purchased by state, with receipts.
- Total miles and gallons for the quarter, to figure miles per gallon.
Our IFTA calendar shows the quarters and due dates, and the back office calendar shows them too.
General information, not legal, tax or financial advice.
This article is general information, not legal, tax or regulatory advice. Rules change; confirm current requirements with the responsible agency or a licensed professional.
