Federal taxes mailing address
The mailing address for federal taxes in the United States depends on the type of tax return or payment you are submitting. Here are some common mailing addresses:
Individual Income Tax Returns:
- For paper returns: Internal Revenue Service, P.O. Box 1303, Charlotte, NC 28201-1303
- For electronic returns (e-file): No mailing address is required, as the return is submitted electronically.
Business Income Tax Returns:
- For paper returns: Internal Revenue Service, P.O. Box 802501, Cincinnati, OH 45280-2501
- For electronic returns (e-file): No mailing address is required, as the return is submitted electronically.
Estimated Tax Payments:
- For quarterly estimated tax payments: Internal Revenue Service, P.O. Box 802501, Cincinnati, OH 45280-2501
Other Tax Payments:
- For other tax payments, such as back taxes, penalties, or interest: Internal Revenue Service, P.O. Box 802501, Cincinnati, OH 45280-2501
Amended Tax Returns:
- For amended tax returns (Form 1040X): Internal Revenue Service, P.O. Box 802501, Cincinnati, OH 45280-2501
Tax Payments by Check:
- Make checks payable to the "United States Treasury" and include your Social Security number or Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN) on the memo line.
Electronic Payments:
- You can also make electronic payments through the Electronic Federal Tax Payment System (EFTPS) at irs.gov/payments.
Remember to always keep a copy of your tax return and any supporting documents for your records.