IFTA is the International Fuel Tax Agreement. Under it, member jurisdictions work together to administer and collect motor fuel use taxes. The agreement covers the 48 contiguous states and the 10 Canadian provinces that are members.
The agreement
What is IFTA fuel tax reporting? It is the quarterly reporting process a licensee uses to report motor fuel use through a single base jurisdiction instead of filing separate returns with each member jurisdiction. Timely filing and payment to the base jurisdiction can discharge the duty to file separately with each member.
For a plain-language overview, see the glossary or the step-by-step how to file IFTA guide.
What the return covers
The return covers distance traveled and fuel used during the reporting period. IFTA reporting periods run from January 1 to March 31, April 1 to June 30, July 1 to September 30, or October 1 to December 31. The base jurisdiction provides the return and the tax rates each quarter, and IFTA, Inc. also publishes tax rate files.
Because rates can change, check the official IFTA site before you file. For a quick reminder on timing, see IFTA quarterly report.
What this site adds
Haulbook is not the return itself. It is a place to keep a log and stay organized so you can gather records before filing. You can also start at the home page if you want a simple reminder setup.
If you want a cleaner record trail, the app can help you keep notes and supporting documents together for later review.
Not tax advice. Haulbook is not IFTA, Inc. and not your base jurisdiction. The rate is published quarterly by IFTA and must be checked on the official IFTA site.