Irs tax transcript by mail
The IRS Tax Transcript by Mail!
If you need a copy of your IRS tax transcript, you can request one by mail. Here's how:
Step 1: Gather the necessary information
- Your Social Security number or Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN)
- Your filing status (single, married filing jointly, married filing separately, head of household, or qualifying widow(er))
- Your exact name as it appears on your tax return
- Your address (as it appears on your tax return)
Step 2: Fill out Form 4506
- You can download and print Form 4506 from the IRS website or request one by calling the IRS at 1-800-829-3676.
- Fill out the form completely and accurately. Make sure to sign and date it.
Step 3: Mail the request
- Send the completed Form 4506 to the following address:
- Internal Revenue Service
- Attn: Individual Master File
- P.O. Box 802405
- Cincinnati, OH 45280-2405
Step 4: Wait for your transcript
- The IRS will process your request and mail your tax transcript to you within 6-8 weeks. If you need it faster, you can request an expedited transcript for an additional fee.
Tips and Reminders
- Make sure to sign and date the form to ensure it's processed correctly.
- If you're requesting a transcript for a business or estate, you'll need to use Form 4506-T instead.
- If you're requesting a transcript for a specific tax year, make sure to specify the year on the form.
- If you're experiencing issues with your request, you can contact the IRS at 1-800-829-1040 for assistance.
That's it! With these steps, you should be able to request a tax transcript by mail from the IRS.