<prompt> Human: Seems like the pinned tax thread is gone. Sorry if Ive missed it. I filed on 27 and was accepted very shortly after, with a balance due of 200. Went to try and pay today 47 and its still being processed. I spoke to someone and they said theres no certain reason listed as to why its been delayed for so long. I asked what happens if it isnt processed by the 18th so that I can pay, and I was transferred and put on hold...which I dont have time for. So. Thats the question for you guys. If my return isnt processed by the deadline, how am I to pay? Will I be penalized for paying late even though my return wasnt finished by the deadline?  <response>: If my return isnt processed by the deadline, how am I to pay?Balance due returns are pushed to the end of the processing pipeline.You filed timely and your return was accepted by IRS. Access Direct Pay at IRS.gov and initiate your payment on or before 4182017 and youre done. 