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IRS Form 8821
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IRS Form 8821 Tax Information Authorization
What Is IRS Form 8821?
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 February 1, 2020. Check the official IRS-issued instructions before completing and submitting the form.
FAQ
Q: What is IRS Form 8821?
A: IRS Form 8821 is a tax form used to authorize someone to receive your tax information.
Q: Who should use IRS Form 8821?
A: Anyone who wants to authorize another person or organization to receive their tax information should use IRS Form 8821.
Q: Why would I need to use IRS Form 8821?
A: You might need to use IRS Form 8821 if you want someone else to access your tax information, such as a tax professional or a trusted family member.
Q: How do I fill out IRS Form 8821?
A: You need to provide your personal information, the information of the authorized individual or organization, and specify the tax years or periods for which the authorization is granted.
Q: Is there a fee to file IRS Form 8821?
A: No, there is no fee to file IRS Form 8821.
Form Details:
- A 1-page form available for download in PDF;
- Actual and valid for filing 2023 taxes;
- A Spanish version of IRS Form 8821 is available for spanish-speaking filers;
- Editable, printable, and free;
- Fill out the form in our online filing application.
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