Where to mail us taxes

In the United States, you can mail your federal income tax return to the following addresses:

For Paper Filers:

• If you live in:
  • Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi, Oklahoma, or Texas: Internal Revenue Service, P.O. Box 12192, Austin, TX 78711-2192
  • Arizona, California, Colorado, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, New Mexico, Oregon, Utah, Washington, or Wyoming: Internal Revenue Service, P.O. Box 7704, San Jose, CA 95150-7704
  • Alaska, Hawaii, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota, Ohio, South Dakota, Tennessee, Wisconsin, or West Virginia: Internal Revenue Service, P.O. Box 802510, Chicago, IL 60680-2510
  • Connecticut, Delaware, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, or Virginia: Internal Revenue Service, P.O. Box 802501, Philadelphia, PA 19180-2501
  • District of Columbia, or any U.S. territory: Internal Revenue Service, P.O. Box 802501, Philadelphia, PA 19180-2501
• If you live in a state not listed above: Internal Revenue Service, P.O. Box 802510, Chicago, IL 60680-2510

For Electronic Filers (e-file):

• You don't need to mail your tax return if you e-filed your taxes. The IRS will process your return electronically.

Important:

• Make sure to use the correct address for your state and zip code to ensure timely processing of your tax return.
• Use a certified mail receipt to track your mailing and ensure it's received by the IRS.
• If you're filing a paper return, attach all required documents, such as W-2s and 1099s, to the return.
• If you're unsure about the correct mailing address or have questions about filing your taxes, you can contact the IRS at 1-800-829-1040 or visit their website at irs.gov.

Remember to file your taxes on time to avoid any penalties or interest. The deadline for filing individual tax returns is typically April 15th of each year.