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Form 13533: VITA/TCE Partner Sponsor Agreement
IRS Form 13533 is the VITA/TCE Partner Sponsor Agreement used by volunteer income tax assistance program sponsors to affirm ethical standards, data protection, and volunteer training commitments. Revision: October 2025 (Rev. 10‑2025).
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IRS Form 13533 - VITA/TCE Partner Sponsor Agreement
IRS Form 13533 is the VITA/TCE Partner Sponsor Agreement used by volunteer income tax assistance program sponsors to affirm ethical standards, data protection, and volunteer training commitments. Revision: October 2025 (Rev. 10‑2025).
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1Failing to sign and date the agreement can cause immediate termination by the IRS.
- 2Leaving the sponsor name field blank, which prevents identification of the responsible organization.
- 3Omitting the street address, city, state, or ZIP code, resulting in incomplete contact information.
- 4Not providing a telephone number, which hinders IRS communication with the sponsor.
- 5Failing to include an email address, limiting electronic correspondence for program coordination.
Plain English
This form lets a VITA or TCE program sponsor agree to protect taxpayer data and ensure volunteers complete required conduct training. By signing, the sponsor confirms they will follow the civil‑rights and privacy rules outlined by the IRS.
Submission Date
- Filing date: 2025-10-17 22:10:13
- Preparation window: collect IDs, supporting records, and signatures in advance.
- Final review: verify names, dates, and required fields before submission.
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What this form is for
- Use this form when you are a sponsor of a VITA or TCE volunteer tax return preparation program and need to agree to key principles, volunteer training, and data‑protection commitments.
- Do not use it when you are not a sponsor of a VITA/TCE program or when the activity does not involve volunteer tax return preparation.
- Check Form 13615 instead when you need the Volunteer Standards of Conduct signature form for each volunteer.
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Volunteer must sign the Volunteer Standards of Conduct
Provides documented agreement to IRS standards
✓ Verify volunteer has completed training
Partner must validate volunteer standards signatures
Ensures compliance with IRS requirements
✓ Confirm Form 13615 is signed by the designated official
IRS requires a signed statement of civil‑rights assurance
Shows acknowledgment of Publication 4299 requirements
✓ Check that Form 13615 includes date and signature
Deadline or filing window
Not stated in the official source.
Checklist
What you need before filling it out
Sponsor name
Sponsor's legal name · Form field on Form 13533
Volunteer Standards of Conduct training completion
Training records or certificates · Volunteer training logs
Form 13615 signature
Signed Form 13615 by volunteer · Form 13615 attached to Form 13533
Sponsor signature
Handwritten signature of sponsor · Signature line on Form 13533
Date
Date of signing · Signature block on Form 13533
Before you submit
- 1Enter sponsor name in the Sponsor name field.
- 2Enter street address, city, state, and zip code.
- 3Enter telephone number and email address.
- 4Confirm all volunteers have completed the Volunteer Standards of Conduct training.
- 5Attach signed Form 13615 for each volunteer.
- 6Review the Privacy Act Notice for completeness.
- 7Print sponsor name in the Print name field.
- 8Enter sponsor title in the Title field.
- 9Sign and date the form before submission.
How to file this form
- 1Complete sponsor information fields on Form 13533.
- 2Obtain signed Form 13615 from each volunteer and attach it.
- 3Sign and date Form 13533 as the sponsor.
- 4Retain a copy of the completed Form 13533 for your records.
- 5Submit the signed Form 13533 to the IRS as instructed, providing proof of filing.
Known limitations
- 1The official source does not list a filing fee, so you cannot confirm any cost without checking the IRS website.
- 2No mailing address appears in the source, requiring you to locate the correct IRS submission address from current instructions before sending.
- 3The revision date reads October 2025 (Rev. 10‑2025); verify it is still current, as later editions may change requirements.
- 4Form 13533 lacks explicit deadline or line numbers, so you must rely on general IRS filing timelines and ensure all fields are completed.
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General Info
2 items
Full legal name and taxpayer identification number (SSN or EIN).
Current mailing address.
Details
2 items
Complete all applicable sections of this form according to the official IRS instructions.
Enter the relevant dollar amount if this form involves tax calculation.
Certification
1 items
Read and acknowledge any certifications required by this form.
Signatures
1 items
Sign and date. Unsigned forms cannot be processed.
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Fillable formOpen in Editor->Form 13533 (Rev. 10‑2025) is dated October 2025. The source does not indicate a newer revision or list specific changes.
What changed or needs a fresh check
- Edition date — confirm the revision reads October 2025 (Rev. 10‑2025).
- Fee — Not stated in the official source.
- Mailing address — Not stated in the official source.
- Signature — Confirm sponsor signature and date are provided.
- Print name — Confirm printed name appears in the designated field.
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After you file
- 1Retain a complete copy of the signed agreement for your records, as the IRS may request it during compliance reviews.
- 2Confirm the sponsor’s signature, date, printed name, and title appear in the designated fields, satisfying the checklist’s signature verification requirement.
- 3Verify volunteers have completed the Volunteer Standards of Conduct training by reviewing Form 13615, as the agreement obligates you to enforce this requirement.
- 4Monitor IRS communications for any termination notices or registry additions, because the agency may act immediately upon disreputable conduct.
Sources
- SRC[Form p.1] — Catalog Number 38129E and revision date October 2025 are shown on the form.
- SRC[Form p.1] — Partners and volunteers must keep confidential the information provided for tax return preparation.
- SRC[Form p.1] — Partners and volunteers must protect physical and electronic data gathered for tax return preparation both during and after filing season.
- SRC[Form p.1] — Partners using or disclosing taxpayer data for purposes other than current, prior, or subsequent year tax return preparation must secure the taxpayer’s consent to use or disclose their data.
- SRC[Form p.1] — Partners and volunteers must delete taxpayer information on all computers (both partner owned and IRS loaned) after filing season tax return preparation activities are completed.
- SRC[Form p.1] — Form 13615 will be validated and signed by a partner designated official (Site Coordinator, partner, instructor or IRS contact).
- SRC[Form p.1] — The IRS may terminate this agreement and add you to a volunteer registry, effective immediately for disreputable conduct.
- SRC[Form p.1] — By signing and dating this form, you agree that all volunteers will complete the volunteer standards of conduct training and will sign and date Form 13615.
Common confusion points
Do I have to keep taxpayer data after the VITA/TCE season ends?
The form states volunteers must delete data after filing season.
→ Confirm that all taxpayer files are removed from all computers once the season closes.
Can I use taxpayer information for other IRS programs?
Partners must secure taxpayer consent before using data for purposes other than tax return preparation.
→ Verify you have written consent before any secondary use.
Is signing Form 13533 mandatory for my organization?
By signing, you agree to the key principles and volunteer training requirements.
→ Ensure the sponsor signature and date are present before submission.
What happens if a volunteer breaches the confidentiality rules?
The IRS may terminate the agreement and add you to a volunteer registry for disreputable conduct.
→ Check that any breach is reported and the agreement status is confirmed with the IRS.
Do I need to provide personal volunteer information to the IRS?
Partners and site coordinators must keep confidential any personal volunteer information provided.
→ Confirm that volunteer personal data is stored securely and not disclosed.
Is Form 13615 also required to be signed?
Form 13615 will be validated and signed by a partner designated official.
→ Ensure Form 13615 is completed and signed alongside Form 13533.
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- Form 13615 – can be reviewed to resolve compliance issues.
Questions about IRS Form 13533
What is IRS Form 13533 used for?
This form lets a VITA or TCE program sponsor agree to protect taxpayer data and ensure volunteers complete required conduct training. By signing, the sponsor confirms they will follow the civil‑rights and privacy rules outlined by the IRS.
Who must file IRS Form 13533?
VITA/TCE program sponsors must file IRS Form 13533.
What information does IRS Form 13533 require?
The form collects the sponsor’s name, street address, city, state, ZIP code, telephone number, and email address, and requires a signature, date, printed name, and title.
How do I complete IRS Form 13533?
Enter the sponsor’s name, address, telephone, and email in the designated fields. Review Form 13615 to confirm volunteers will complete the Volunteer Standards of Conduct training. Sign and date the agreement, then print the signer’s name and title. Submit the completed form to the IRS as instructed.
What happens if IRS Form 13533 is filed incorrectly?
The IRS may terminate the agreement and add the sponsor to a volunteer registry immediately for disreputable conduct that could affect taxpayer confidence.
Do I have to keep taxpayer data after the VITA/TCE season ends?
The form states volunteers must delete data after filing season. Confirm that all taxpayer files are removed from all computers once the season closes.
Can I use taxpayer information for other IRS programs?
Partners must secure taxpayer consent before using data for purposes other than tax return preparation. Verify you have written consent before any secondary use.
Is signing Form 13533 mandatory for my organization?
By signing, you agree to the key principles and volunteer training requirements. Ensure the sponsor signature and date are present before submission.
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