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Form 13715: Volunteer Site Information Sheet
IRS Form 13715 is the Volunteer Site Information Sheet used by the IRS to collect details about volunteer tax preparation sites for the toll‑free assistance line and VITA Site Locator. The form is revised October 2025.
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IRS Form 13715 - Volunteer Site Information Sheet
IRS Form 13715 is the Volunteer Site Information Sheet used by the IRS to collect details about volunteer tax preparation sites for the toll‑free assistance line and VITA Site Locator. The form is revised October 2025.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1Submitting incomplete or inaccurate site details prevents IRS from listing the site.
- 2Leaving the Site name field blank (line 1) prevents identification of the location.
- 3Omitting the Site Identification Number (SIDN) (line 4) blocks the IRS database entry.
- 4Failing to indicate whether the site is open to the public (line 9) can cause listing errors.
- 5Not providing a contact name and phone for appointment‑only sites (line 9) leaves the field incomplete.
Plain English
The sheet gathers basic details about a volunteer tax‑help site so the IRS can add it to its online locator and phone line. You list the site’s name, address, hours, services offered and contact person, then send it to your local IRS contact.
Submission Date
- Filing date: 2025-10-01 22:10:21
- 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 need to provide site information for inclusion in the IRS toll‑free assistance line and VITA Site Locator.
- Check Form 14099 instead when the site offers Financial Education and Asset Building Services and a Relationship Manager must complete the assessment.
Form selector
Use this form or another form?
Site offers Financial Education and Asset Building Services
Required to assess partnership and compliance
✓ Verify that a Relationship Manager completes Form 14099
Site has submitted a VITA/TCE Security Plan
Security plan submission needed for territory approval
✓ Confirm Form 15272 is on file with the Territory Office
Site needs to report e‑file capabilities
This form captures Federal and State e‑file status
✓ Ensure e‑file responses are accurate on Form 13715
Deadline or filing window
Not stated in the official source.
Checklist
What you need before filling it out
Site name
Site name text · Form field 1 on Form 13715
Site address
Street address · Form field 2 on Form 13715
Site Identification Number (SIDN)
SIDN code · Form field 4 on Form 13715
Program type
Program type selection · Form field 5 on Form 13715
Languages offered
List of languages · Form field 7 on Form 13715
Before you submit
- 1Verify the Site name is entered correctly.
- 2Confirm the Site address includes street, city, state, and ZIP code.
- 3Check that the Site Identification Number (SIDN) is accurate.
- 4Select the appropriate Program type.
- 5List all Languages offered in the designated field.
- 6Indicate whether the site is open to the public.
- 7Mark appointment‑only status and provide contact name and phone if applicable.
- 8Sign and date the form if a signature field is present.
How to file this form
- 1Complete all required fields on Form 13715.
- 2Review the entered information for accuracy and completeness.
- 3Obtain any required signatures or approvals.
- 4Submit the completed form to your local IRS contact.
- 5Confirm receipt by the local IRS contact and keep the acknowledgment as proof of filing.
Known limitations
- 1Applies only to volunteer tax preparation sites that the IRS uses for its toll‑free assistance line and VITA Site Locator.
- 2Does not cover sites that are not part of IRS volunteer income tax preparation and outreach programs.
- 3If site information changes after submission, the original form no longer reflects the site; an updated form must be sent.
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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 13715 (Volunteer Site Information Sheet) is revised October 2025 (Rev. 10-2025). The source does not indicate any specific changes from prior editions.
What changed or needs a fresh check
- Edition date — confirm the revision reads October 2025
- Fee — Not stated in the official source
- Mailing address — Not stated in the official source
- Signature — Not stated in the official source
Quick Facts
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After you file
- 1Keep a copy of the completed Form 13715 for your records.
- 2Return the completed Form 13715 to your local IRS contact as instructed on the form.
- 3Expect the IRS to enter the data into its system; no separate acknowledgment is described.
- 4If any information is later incorrect or changes, provide your local IRS contact with an updated Form 13715 immediately.
- 5Retain any confirmation or receipt from the local IRS contact for future reference.
- 6Store the form for at least the duration of the site’s participation in IRS volunteer programs.
Sources
- SRCForm p.1 — purpose: The IRS toll‑free assistance line and the VITA Site Locator Tool on irs.gov use the information you provide on this form to help taxpayers locate the nearest volunteer tax preparation site.
- SRCForm p.1 — date field format: Site Information Date (MMDDYYYY).
- SRCForm p.1 — submission instruction: Return the completed form to your local IRS contact.
- SRCForm p.1 — update requirement: If the site information changes after submitting this form, please provide your local IRS contact with the updated information immediately.
- SRCForm p.1 — Financial Education requirement: If “Yes”, Relationship Manager is required to complete Form 14099 - SPEC Financial Education & Asset Building Partner Assessment Tool.
- SRCForm p.1 — security plan requirement: Has Form 15272, VITA/TCE Security Plan, or equivalent been submitted to the Territory Office.
- SRCForm p.1 — public access question: Is the site open to public Yes No.
- SRCForm p.1 — appointment only question: Is the site an appointment only site Yes No.
Common confusion points
Do I need to enter the date in MMDDYYYY format?
The form labels the field as “Date (MMDDYYYY)”.
→ Verify the date appears as two‑digit month, day, and four‑digit year.
Should I answer Yes or No for every question?
The form presents a series of Yes/No checkboxes for each item.
→ Mark either Yes or No for each listed question.
Can my site be both open to the public and appointment‑only?
Separate questions ask about public access and appointment‑only status.
→ Answer each question based on the site’s primary operation; if both apply, select Yes for both and provide contact details.
Do I need to list every virtual service system we use?
Question 14 lists multiple service systems with “Select all that apply”.
→ Check each system your site uses and write any additional systems in the write‑in field.
Is a Site Identification Number required?
The form includes a field for “Site Identification Number (SIDN)”.
→ Provide the SIDN if assigned; otherwise leave the field blank.
When we offer Financial Education services, must we complete another form?
The form states that a Relationship Manager must complete Form 14099 if the answer is Yes.
→ Ensure Form 14099 is completed and submitted when you answer Yes to that question.
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- Form 13715 – resubmit a corrected form to the local IRS contact to amend any errors.
Questions about IRS Form 13715
What is IRS Form 13715 used for?
The sheet gathers basic details about a volunteer tax‑help site so the IRS can add it to its online locator and phone line. You list the site’s name, address, hours, services offered and contact person, then send it to your local IRS contact.
Who must file IRS Form 13715?
Volunteer tax preparation sites must file IRS Form 13715.
What information does IRS Form 13715 require?
The form collects the site’s name, address, city/state/ZIP, SIDN, program type, opening dates, languages, public‑access status, appointment‑only status, mobile‑only status, prior‑year return capability, CAA service, alternative filing methods, virtual‑preparation systems, financial‑education offering, non‑resident alien return preparation, security‑plan submission, federal and state e‑file status, operating hours, and coordinator contact information.
Where do I file IRS Form 13715?
Return the completed form to your local IRS contact.
How do I complete IRS Form 13715?
Complete the site information fields (lines 1‑18) by entering the requested details and answering Yes/No questions. Provide the site coordinator’s name, address, phone, best call time, and email. Sign and date the form where the Territory Manager or Designee certifies the data. Mail or deliver the signed form to your local IRS contact.
What happens if IRS Form 13715 is filed incorrectly?
If the information is missing or inaccurate, the IRS may not be able to promote the site in its assistance programs.
Do I need to enter the date in MMDDYYYY format?
The form labels the field as “Date (MMDDYYYY)”. Verify the date appears as two‑digit month, day, and four‑digit year.
Should I answer Yes or No for every question?
The form presents a series of Yes/No checkboxes for each item. Mark either Yes or No for each listed question.
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