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IRS Form 8821
for the current year.
This is a tax form that was released by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) - a subdivision of the U.S. Department of the Treasury on January 1, 2018. Check the official IRS-issued instructions before completing and submitting the form.
Q: What is IRS Form 8821?
A: IRS Form 8821 is a form used to authorize someone else to access and receive your tax information.
Q: Why would I need to fill out IRS Form 8821?
A: You may need to fill out IRS Form 8821 if you want someone, like a tax professional or accountant, to access your tax information on your behalf.
Q: Who can I authorize with IRS Form 8821?
A: You can authorize any individual, corporation, firm, organization, or partnership to access and receive your tax information with IRS Form 8821.
Q: Can I authorize multiple people with IRS Form 8821?
A: Yes, you can authorize multiple people or entities to access and receive your tax information using IRS Form 8821.
Q: Is there a fee to submit IRS Form 8821?
A: No, there is no fee to submit IRS Form 8821.
Q: How long does the authorization last with IRS Form 8821?
A: The authorization is valid for the requested tax period and will automatically expire after one year.
Q: Can I revoke the authorization granted with IRS Form 8821?
A: Yes, you can revoke the authorization at any time by submitting a written request to the IRS.
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