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Form 4506-A

  1. Country USA
  2. Language English
  3. Activity Taxes
  4. Department Internal Revenue Service
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Form 4506-A

Request for a Copy of Exempt or Political Organization IRS Form

Rev. November 2021

Form 4506-A is a request form for copies of tax forms (Forms 8871, 8872, 990, 990-EZ, 990-PF, 990-T, and 5227) from exempt or political organizations. The requester must provide the organization name, employer identification number, address, and their own contact information. Different categories of requesters have different requirements. Commercial users need to provide media outlet name and explanation of use. The forms can be requested in paper or USB format for specific tax years or periods. Public disclosure is an alternative to requesting from the IRS. Forms 990-N (e-Postcard) and machine readable data are also available online.

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FAQ
  • What is the time frame for obtaining a copy of my tax return?

    Generally, it may take up to 60 days for the IRS to process your request. The estimated average time is: Recordkeeping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 min.

  • What is Form 4506-A?

    Form 4506-A is used to request a copy of a tax return or other internal revenue service form from the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). It is used to request specific forms and years, and provide information about the requester.

  • What is the cost of obtaining a copy of my tax return?

    $25 per year if you want to inspect it at an IRS office. If you want a photocopy of a return, report or notice see the chart below. The commercial user, $0.20 per page and educational institution, media, non-commercial scientific institution or all other requesters, first 100 pages free, then $0.20 per page.

  • How do I obtain a copy of my tax return?

    You can obtain a copy of your tax return by using the 'Get Transcript' tool on the IRS website, by calling the IRS at 800-908-4436, or by submitting Form 4506, Application for Tax Return or Other Internal Revenue Service Form. The USB contain image files in Tag Image File (TIF) format.

  • Where can I find my EIN?

    Your EIN is a unique identifier assigned by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) to identify your business for tax purposes. You can find your EIN by using the 'Get My Payment' tool on the IRS website, by calling the IRS at 800-829-1040, or by submitting Form SS-4, Application for Employer Identification Number.

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Internal Revenue Service (IRS) Forms

Form 4506-A is one of the official tax forms used in the United States to report income, claim deductions and credits, calculate tax liability, and fulfill other tax-related obligations. The IRS is the federal agency responsible for administering and enforcing the internal revenue laws in the United States.

Here are some examples of Internal Revenue Service forms:

Form 1040: This is the primary individual income tax return form used by most taxpayers. It is used to report various types of income, claim deductions and credits, calculate tax liability, and determine whether a taxpayer owes additional tax or is entitled to a refund.

Form 1099: There are different variations of Form 1099, such as 1099-MISC, 1099-INT, 1099-DIV, etc. These forms are used to report income received by individuals or businesses from various sources other than employment, such as self-employment income, interest income, dividend income, and rental income.

Form W-2: This form is used by employers to report wages paid to employees and the taxes withheld from their pay. Employees use the information on Form W-2 to complete their individual tax returns.

Form 941: Employers use this form to report employment taxes, including federal income tax withheld, Social Security tax, and Medicare tax, for their employees.

Form 1065: This form is used by partnerships to report their income, deductions, and tax liability. Partnerships themselves do not pay income tax; instead, the partners report their share of partnership income on their individual tax returns.

Form 1120: This is the corporate income tax return form used by C corporations to report their income, deductions, and tax liability.

Form 990: This form is used by tax-exempt organizations, such as nonprofits and charities, to report their financial information, activities, and compliance with tax laws.

Form 8862: This form is used by taxpayers who previously claimed the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) but had it disallowed, and now want to claim it again.

These are just a few examples of the numerous IRS forms that exist to fulfill various tax-related obligations. The specific forms required for an individual or business depend on their unique circumstances, income sources, and deductions. It's advisable to consult the official website of the Internal Revenue Service (www.irs.gov) or seek professional tax advice to obtain accurate and up-to-date information regarding the specific IRS forms relevant to your tax situation.

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