Illinois Motor Fuel Use Tax Rate Effective July 1, 2026
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The Illinois Department of Revenue announces updated Motor Fuel Use Tax rates effective July 1, 2026 through December 31, 2026, applicable to quarterly IFTA returns. The tax comprises Part A and Part B components under 35 ILCS 505/13a and applies to licensees operating under the International Fuel Tax Agreement. IDOR also warns of fraudulent text messages and websites impersonating the department, urging taxpayers to verify official communications only through tax.illinois.gov.
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Illinois has announced new Motor Fuel Use Tax rates effective July 1, 2026 through December 31, 2026 for the IFTA quarterly return period. The tax is composed of Part A and Part B components as established under 35 ILCS 505/13a. Licensees reporting under the International Fuel Tax Agreement must apply the new rates when filing quarterly returns for the specified period. IDOR has published Informational Bulletin FY 2026-24 with complete rate details.
IFTA licensees operating in Illinois should obtain the updated rate schedule from IDOR's Informational Bulletin and ensure their fuel tax reporting systems reflect the new rates for the July-December 2026 period. The Department also cautions taxpayers to verify all communications through official IDOR channels to avoid fraud schemes.
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Scam Alert: Fake Texts and Websites Impersonating IDOR
Be alert for fraudulent messages or websites attempting to steal your banking information, login credentials, or credit card details. The Illinois Department of Revenue (IDOR) will never request personal or financial information via text message. To confirm official communications or contact details, always visit https://tax.illinois.gov.
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FY 2026-24, Change in the Motor Fuel Use Tax Rate, Effective July 1, 2026, through December 31, 2026
News – Monday, April 27, 2026 print Email Illinois Motor Fuel Use Tax is comprised of two parts, Part A and Part B. 35 ILCS 505/13a. This tax is reported and paid by licensees under the International Fuel Tax Agreement (IFTA). The rates listed here are effective July 1, 2026, through December 31, 2026, for use on the quarterly IFTA returns.
See Informational Bulletin FY 2026-24, Change in the Motor Fuel Use Tax Rate, Effective July 1, 2026, through December 31, 2026 for more information.
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