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Frequently Asked Questions

Does PACER have a W-9 form for sales tax exemption?

The PACER Service Center (PSC), on behalf of the PACER service, is exempt from collecting sales tax. Organizations may request the PSC’s W-9 form by email, which includes the tax identification number and other information, to help the organization in preparing their taxes.

Please include your name and PACER Account Number with your request.

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  1. Log in to Manage My Account. 

  1. Select the Usage tab. 

  1. Click View "Detailed Transactions." 

  1. In the Sort Order field, select client code. 

  1. Specify the date range in the date range fields and click submit. 

Accounts linked to a PACER Administrative Account will not generate a bill; all charges will be billed to the PAA.

If a user registers with a credit card and then is added to a PAA the credit card they used during registration will not be charged.

For an account that is not under a PACER Administrative Account, a quarterly invoice is generated for the individual attorney. An email is sent to the attorney, indicating the invoice is ready to be viewed/downloaded.

If the account is linked to a PACER Administrative Account, an invoice is only sent to the PACER Administrative Account user, indicating the firm's bill is ready to be viewed/downloaded.

Users receive a statement quarterly by mail or email, depending on user preference. Fees are waived when usage is $30 or less for the quarter. Make a payment online or by phone (800) 676-6856 using VISA, MasterCard, Discover, or American Express. Checks may be mailed to the PACER Service Center, please include your account number to ensure that payment is posted to the correct account.  

Mail payment to:  

U.S. Courts: PACER 
P.O. Box 5208 
Portland, OR 97208-5208