Where do you mail your federal taxes
In the United States, you can mail your federal taxes to the following addresses, depending on the state where you live:
Electronic Federal Tax Payment System (EFTPS)
If you're paying your taxes electronically, you can use the EFTPS system. You can make payments online, by phone, or by mobile device. The EFTPS system is available 24/7, and you can schedule payments up to 365 days in advance.
Mailing Your Federal Taxes
If you prefer to mail your federal taxes, you can use the following addresses:
For Paper Filers
- If you live in:
- Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, Oklahoma, South Carolina, Tennessee, or Texas: Mail to:
- Internal Revenue Service
- P.O. Box 12192
- Austin, TX 78711-2192
- If you're filing Form 1040, you can also use the following address:
- Internal Revenue Service
- P.O. Box 802510
- Cincinnati, OH 45280-2510
- Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, Oklahoma, South Carolina, Tennessee, or Texas: Mail to:
- If you live in:
- All other states: Mail to:
- Internal Revenue Service
- P.O. Box 802501
- Cincinnati, OH 45280-2501
- All other states: Mail to:
For Amended Returns (Form 1040-X)
- Mail to:
- Internal Revenue Service
- P.O. Box 802501
- Cincinnati, OH 45280-2501
Important Notes
- Make sure to use the correct address for your state and the type of return you're filing (e.g., Form 1040, Form 1040-X, etc.).
- Use a certified mail receipt to track your mailing and ensure it's received by the IRS.
- If you're filing a paper return, make sure to sign and date it properly.
- If you're experiencing issues with your tax return or payment, you can contact the IRS at 1-800-829-1040 or visit their website at irs.gov.
Remember to check the IRS website for any updates or changes to the mailing addresses before submitting your tax return.