2012 form 8821-2025

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Form 8821 is a Tax Information Authorization form used to authorize individuals or entities to inspect and receive confidential tax information from the IRS on behalf of the taxpayer. It requires the taxpayer's identification details, appointee information, and specific tax matters for which authorization is granted. The form does not allow the appointee to represent the taxpayer in dealings with the IRS; for that purpose, Form 2848 should be used. The completed form must be submitted to the IRS within 120 days of signing.

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Begin with Line 1, entering your taxpayer information. Include your name, taxpayer identification number (TIN), and address. Ensure all details are accurate.
Move to Line 2 to designate your appointee. Enter their full name, CAF number, and contact information. If you have multiple appointees, attach a list.
In Line 3, specify the tax matters by detailing the type of tax, form number, years or periods involved, and any specific issues.
For Line 4, check if this authorization is for a specific use not recorded on the CAF system.
Complete Lines 5 and 6 regarding disclosure preferences and revocation of prior authorizations as needed.
Finally, sign and date the form on Line 7. Ensure all sections are filled out before submission.

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Can I submit form 8821 online?

Submit your form You can only submit one form at a time. Upload a completed version of a signed Form 8821 or Form 2848. Do not submit a form online if youve already submitted it by fax or mail. To submit multiple forms, select submit another form and answer the questions about the authorization.

Can form 8821 be electronically filed?

What is IRS Form 8821? Form 8821 is your clients way of telling the IRS you are allowed to receive and view their confidential tax information. Without this form, you cant go to the IRS directly for tax information, you have to go through your client. Understanding IRS Form 8821: Tax Information Authorization - Clio clio.com resources common-legal-forms clio.com resources common-legal-forms

What is the difference between form 8821 and 2848?

File Form 8821 to: Authorize any individual, corporation, firm, organization, or partnership you designate to inspect and/or receive your confidential information verbally or in writing for the type of tax and the years or periods listed on the form. About Form 8821, Tax Information Authorization - IRS irs.gov forms-pubs about-form-8821 irs.gov forms-pubs about-form-8821

Can IRS fillable forms be filed electronically?

Free File Fillable Forms is an electronic version of paper forms, with the added ability to e-file your return. Before starting Free File Fillable Forms, you should review the Forms you can use and the Program Limitations.

How long are 8821 forms good for?

Form 8821 authorizes the IRS to disclose your confidential tax information to the person you appoint. This form is provided for your convenience and its use is voluntary. The information is used by the IRS to determine what confidential tax information your appointee can inspect and/or receive. Instructions for Form 8821 (Rev. February 2020) - IRS irs.gov pub irs-prior i8821--2020 irs.gov pub irs-prior i8821--2020

Which forms Cannot be electronically filed?

In addition, some Forms 1040, 1040-A, 1040-EZ, and 1041 cannot be e-filed if they have attached forms, schedules, or documents that IRS does not accept electronically.

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