Where to mail form 2553

Form 2553, Election by a Small Business Corporation, is filed with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) to elect to be treated as an S corporation. Here are the mailing instructions:

Where to Mail:

You can mail the completed Form 2553 to the following address:

Internal Revenue Service Attn: S Corporation Processing 1111 Constitution Ave NW Washington, DC 20224-0024

When to Mail:

File Form 2553 within 75 days of the date of the corporation's incorporation or within 75 days of the date of the election, whichever is later. If you're filing for a prior year, you can file it up to 3 years and 3 months after the due date of the tax return for that year.

Additional Tips:

  1. Make sure to sign the form and include the required information, such as the corporation's name, address, and taxpayer identification number (TIN).
  2. If you're filing electronically, you can use the IRS's Electronic Filing System (EFS) or a tax preparation software that offers e-filing capabilities.
  3. Keep a copy of the filed form for your records.
  4. If you're filing for a prior year, you may need to attach a statement explaining the reason for the late filing.

Remember to check the IRS website for any updates or changes to the mailing address or filing requirements.