How can i mail my taxes
There are several ways to mail your taxes to the IRS:
- Use the correct address: Make sure to use the correct address for your tax return. You can find the address for your specific state and type of return on the IRS website.
- Use a certified mail receipt: Consider using certified mail with return receipt requested to ensure that the IRS receives your return and to have proof of mailing.
- Use a pre-addressed envelope: If you filed your taxes electronically, you may have received a pre-addressed envelope from the IRS. Use this envelope to mail your return.
- Use a plain envelope: If you don't have a pre-addressed envelope, use a plain envelope with the correct address and postage.
Here are the addresses for mailing your taxes:
- Individual tax returns (Form 1040):
- For residents of:
- Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, Oklahoma, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Texas: IRS Processing Center, 310 Lowry Pkwy, St. Paul, MN 55150-3843
- All other states: IRS Processing Center, 1111 Constitution Ave NW, Washington, DC 20224-0002
- For residents of:
- Business tax returns (Form 1120, 1120S, 1065):
- For residents of:
- Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, Oklahoma, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Texas: IRS Processing Center, 310 Lowry Pkwy, St. Paul, MN 55150-3843
- All other states: IRS Processing Center, 1111 Constitution Ave NW, Washington, DC 20224-0002
- For residents of:
- Other tax returns (Form 1041, 706, 709):
- For residents of:
- Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, Oklahoma, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Texas: IRS Processing Center, 310 Lowry Pkwy, St. Paul, MN 55150-3843
- All other states: IRS Processing Center, 1111 Constitution Ave NW, Washington, DC 20224-0002
- For residents of:
Important tips:
- Make sure to sign and date your return before mailing it.
- Keep a copy of your return and supporting documents for your records.
- Use a secure and trackable shipping method, such as USPS Certified Mail or UPS/FedEx tracking, to ensure that your return is delivered to the IRS.
- Do not staple or paperclip your return, as this can cause damage to the documents.
Remember to check the IRS website for any updates or changes to the mailing addresses or procedures.