Watch Now: How to Pay California Business Estimated Taxes (2026)

Paying your California business estimated taxes doesn’t have to be complicated. Estimated payments are quarterly prepayments toward your 2026 California business tax liability. The California Franchise Tax Board (FTB) offers a secure way to pay directly from your bank account using Web Pay for Business.

If you are making a payment for an LLC or Corporation (such as the $800 minimum franchise tax or corporate estimated taxes), please refer to our detailed guide here: Business Tax Payment Guide: Navigating Your FTB Obligations

✅ How to Pay California Business Estimated Taxes

Step 1: Go to the FTB Payments Website
Visit ftb.ca.gov/pay and select Bank Account (Web Pay).

Step 2: Select Business Payment
Choose Business, then Web Pay for Business.

Step 3: Choose Your Entity Type
Select Corporation or LLC.
If your LLC is taxed as an S-Corporation, select Corporation.

Step 4: Enter Your Entity Information
Locate your California entity number (top left corner of your CA return) and enter it to log in.
Provide your business contact information.

Step 5: Select Your Form and Payment Type
Select the appropriate form (Form 100 or Form 100S).
Select Estimated Tax Payment as the reason for payment.
Choose the applicable tax year (January 1 – December 31, 2026).

Step 6: Enter Payment Details
Enter the estimated amount shown on your Accru estimate letter.
Enter the appropriate estimated tax due date (April 15, June 15, September 15, or December 15).

Step 7: Enter Bank Details and Submit
Input your routing and account number.
Confirm the amount and submit your payment.

Step 8: Save Your Receipt
Screenshot or print the confirmation page.

📂 Upload your receipt to your Client Portal under Tax Payments.

If your payment doesn’t go through or something looks off, reach out and we’ll help troubleshoot.

📩 Contact us at hello@accrugroup.com