How Do I Change the Home Address Associated with My Return?
Need to change your address with the IRS? There are several ways to update your information to ensure you receive your tax refund or any letters they may send.
| How to Notify the IRS | Process |
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| Tax Return | If you haven’t filed yet, you can simply file your tax return using your new address. When the IRS processes your return, they’ll update their records. |
| IRS Form | Complete Form 8822, Change of Address (insert link https://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-pdf/f8822.pdf) or Form 8822-B, Change of Address or Responsible Party — Business (insert link https://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-pdf/f8822b.pdf) and mail it to the address shown on the form. |
| In Writing |
Write a letter telling them that your address has changed. You must include your:
Joint filers – If you filed a joint return, you must provide the information and signatures for both spouses. Separated – If you filed a joint return but have since separated, each of you should update the IRS with your new separate addresses. Send your letter to the IRS address listed on the instructions of the federal tax form you filed. |
| By Phone |
You can contact the IRS at 800-829-1040 from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. local time. You must provide your:
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