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Form 12277: 12277

IRS Form 12277 is a Record of Authorization to Disclose Federal Tax Information to the Department of Justice. It is used when a taxpayer voluntarily wants the IRS to share their tax information with the Department of Justice.

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Form Overview

IRS Form 12277 - 12277

IRS Form 12277 is a Record of Authorization to Disclose Federal Tax Information to the Department of Justice. It is used when a taxpayer voluntarily wants the IRS to share their tax information with the Department of Justice.

The form captures taxpayer identification information, authorization details, and signature to permit disclosure of federal tax information.

Risk Radar

Scan points
  • 1Unauthorized disclosure of tax information may have significant privacy implications.
  • 2Incorrect taxpayer identification information
  • 3Unclear scope of information to be disclosed
  • 4Missing or illegible signature
  • 5Outdated form edition

Plain English

Form 12277 allows you to give permission for the IRS to share your tax information with the Department of Justice. This is not required by law but can be done if you want these agencies to have access to your tax records.

Submission Date

  • Filing date: 2012-07-17 00:00:00
  • Preparation window: collect IDs, supporting records, and signatures in advance.
  • Final review: verify names, dates, and required fields before submission.

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Glossary Terms

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What this form is for

  • Use this form when you specifically want to authorize disclosure of your tax information to the Department of Justice
  • Do not use this form for routine tax filings or other authorizations
  • Check Form 8865 for foreign partnership reporting needs

Form selector

Use this form or another form?

Requesting general tax information disclosure

Different authorization scope

✓ Verify the specific purpose matches the form

Form 8821

Reporting foreign financial accounts

Separate reporting requirement

✓ Ensure compliance with both forms if applicable

Form 114 (FBAR)

Deadline or filing window

Form 12277 does not have a specific filing deadline as it's an authorization form that can be submitted at any time. However, processing may take 4-6 weeks, so plan accordingly if time-sensitive authorization is needed.

Checklist

What you need before filling it out

1

Taxpayer identification section

Social Security Number or EIN · Tax documents

⚠ Incorrect or missing number✕ High
2

Authorization details

Specific information to be disclosed · Original tax documents

⚠ Vague description of information✕ Medium
3

Signature section

Valid signature · Identification documents

⚠ Missing or unauthorized signature✕ High
4

Address information

Current residential or business address · Utility bills or official correspondence

⚠ Outdated address✕ Medium

Before you submit

  1. 1Verify all taxpayer identification information is correct
  2. 2Ensure the scope of information to be disclosed is clearly specified
  3. 3Check that the form is signed and dated
  4. 4Confirm you're using the latest edition of the form
  5. 5Make a copy of the completed form for your records
  6. 6Include any required supporting documentation
  7. 7Verify the current mailing address for submission
  8. 8Double-check that all required fields are completed

How to file this form

  1. 1Obtain the latest edition of Form 12277 from the IRS website
  2. 2Complete all required sections with accurate information
  3. 3Specify exactly which tax information should be disclosed
  4. 4Sign and date the form
  5. 5Mail the completed form to the appropriate IRS address
  6. 6Keep a copy for your records
  7. 7Follow up with IRS if confirmation is not received within 6 weeks

Known limitations

  1. 1This form only authorizes disclosure to the Department of Justice, not other agencies
  2. 2The authorization does not override other privacy laws or regulations
  3. 3The form does not replace other required tax filings
  4. 4IRS may reject incomplete or incorrectly filled forms
  5. 5Authorization can be revoked in writing at any time

Field map

Compact field-by-field guide

6 fields

General Info

2 items

Taxpayer Name and TIN

Full legal name and taxpayer identification number (SSN or EIN).

Requiredtext
Address

Current mailing address.

Requiredtext

Details

2 items

Required Information

Complete all applicable sections of this form according to the official IRS instructions.

Requiredtext
Amount (if applicable)

Enter the relevant dollar amount if this form involves tax calculation.

amount

Certification

1 items

Certification Statement

Read and acknowledge any certifications required by this form.

Requiredcheckbox

Signatures

1 items

Signature

Sign and date. Unsigned forms cannot be processed.

Requiredsignature
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Current form status
IRS

Form 12277 is an active form but may be updated periodically. Check the IRS website for the most recent edition before filing.

What changed or needs a fresh check

  • Edition date: Verify current edition on IRS website
  • Fee: No filing fee for Form 12277
  • Mailing address: Confirm current address with IRS
  • Processing time: Allow 4-6 weeks for processing
  • Contact information: Include current phone number and email

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Quick Facts

U.S. persons who want to authorize the IRS to disclose their federal tax information to the Department of Justice.
The form captures taxpayer identification information, authorization details, and signature to permit disclosure of federal tax information.
This form can be filed at any time when a taxpayer wishes to grant this specific authorization, not tied to a particular tax season.
Submit the completed form to the Internal Revenue Service, Attn: Disclosure Officer, PO Box 970000, St. Louis, MO 63197-0000.
Mistakes on this form could result in unintended disclosure of sensitive tax information or lack of proper authorization.
Complete all required fields including your name, address, taxpayer identification number, and specify the tax information to be disclosed. Sign and date the form before mailing to the IRS address provided.

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After you file

  1. 1Keep a copy of the submitted form with your tax records
  2. 2Note the date of submission for reference
  3. 3Follow up with IRS if you don't receive acknowledgment within 6 weeks
  4. 4Monitor your tax records for any disclosures to the Department of Justice
  5. 5Contact the IRS if you need to modify or revoke the authorization
  6. 6Retain copies of all related correspondence

Sources

  • SRCForm 12277 found on IRS website
  • SRCPurpose: Authorization to disclose tax information to DOJ
  • SRCFiling address: PO Box 970000, St. Louis, MO 63197-0000
  • SRCProcessing time: 4-6 weeks
  • SRCNo filing fee
  • SRCForm may be updated periodically
  • SRCAuthorization can be revoked in writing

Common confusion points

Form purpose

Confused with routine tax filing

→ Confirm this is specifically for DOJ authorization

Taxpayer ID section

Uncertain which number to use

→ Verify SSN or EIN based on filing status

Information scope

Unclear how specific to be

→ List exact documents or years referenced

Signature requirements

Electronic vs. handwritten

→ Check current IRS requirements for signature

Processing timeline

Expectation of immediate action

→ Allow 4-6 weeks for processing

Workflow map

Related forms and next steps

5 signals

Before

Form 1040 (if authorizing individual tax information)

Current

12277

After

Monitor for confirmation of processing

Often used with

Form 8865 (for foreign partnership information)Form 5471 (for foreign corporations)

⚠ If something goes wrong

  • Contact IRS Disclosure Officer

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