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Form 14039: 14039

IRS Form 14039 is the Identity Theft Affidavit used to report suspected tax‑return identity theft to the Internal Revenue Service. File it when you believe someone has used your personal information to file a fraudulent return.

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Form Overview

IRS Form 14039 - 14039

IRS Form 14039 is the Identity Theft Affidavit used to report suspected tax‑return identity theft to the Internal Revenue Service. File it when you believe someone has used your personal information to file a fraudulent return.

The form captures your personal identifying information, a description of the suspected theft, and supporting documentation references.

Risk Radar

Scan points
  • 1A single missing attachment can halt the entire identity‑theft investigation.
  • 2Incorrect SSN or name spelling
  • 3Leaving required attachments off
  • 4Using an outdated form edition
  • 5Signature missing or illegible

Plain English

If you think a thief pretended to be you on a tax return, you fill out this short paper to tell the IRS. It lets the agency know you’re a victim and starts the process to protect your tax account.

Submission Date

  • Filing date: 2026-03-18 09:10:42
  • 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 when you suspect someone filed a tax return using your SSN.
  • Do not use for a simple missing or incorrect filing; use Form 1040‑X instead.
  • If you receive a CP01A notice, the IRS already initiated an identity‑theft case; no separate form needed.

Form selector

Use this form or another form?

Lost or stolen SSN card

Needed to replace ID card

✓ Verify before ordering

Form SS‑5

Incorrect filing by mistake

Amended return

✓ Avoid duplicate identity‑theft claim

Form 1040‑X

Business identity theft

Business taxpayer ID theft

✓ Check before using individual form

Form 14157

Deadline or filing window

The IRS does not set a hard deadline for filing Form 14039, but filing promptly after discovery reduces processing time and prevents further fraudulent filings. If you receive an IRS notice, respond within the timeframe stated in that notice.

Checklist

What you need before filling it out

1

Taxpayer name and SSN

Government‑issued ID · Social Security card, driver’s license

⚠ Misspelled name✕ High
2

Notice of identity theft (CP01A)

IRS correspondence · Letter from IRS

⚠ Missing notice✕ Medium
3

Copy of fraudulent return

IRS transcript or copy of mailed return · Tax return copy

⚠ No copy attached✕ High
4

Proof of address

Utility bill or lease · Recent statement

⚠ Out‑of‑date address✕ Low

Before you submit

  1. 1Use the latest edition (check the top of the form).
  2. 2All required fields completed and legible.
  3. 3Signature and date present.
  4. 4Attach a copy of the IRS notice (CP01A or similar).
  5. 5Attach a copy of the fraudulent return if available.
  6. 6Include proof of identity (photo ID).
  7. 7Mail to the correct IRS Identity Theft Operations Center address.
  8. 8Use certified mail with tracking.
  9. 9Retain a copy of the entire packet for your records.
  10. 10Record the mailing date and tracking number.

How to file this form

  1. 1Download Form 14039 from irs.gov.
  2. 2Print on single‑sided US Letter paper.
  3. 3Enter personal information exactly as on your Social Security card.
  4. 4Describe the suspected theft in the space provided.
  5. 5Gather required attachments (IRS notice, ID copy, fraudulent return copy).
  6. 6Sign and date the form.
  7. 7Place all pages in a single envelope and mail to the address in the instructions.

Known limitations

  1. 1Form does not resolve the tax liability itself; a separate process handles the fraudulent return.
  2. 2Only accepts paper submissions; no e‑file option.
  3. 3The IRS may request additional evidence after receipt.
  4. 4Processing time varies; no guaranteed timeline.

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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 14039 is active for the 2024 tax year. The IRS updates the form annually; verify the edition date before filing.

What changed or needs a fresh check

  • Edition date – confirm the form shows the current tax year (2024).
  • Fee – none required.
  • Mailing address – use the address in the current instructions.
  • Signature line – must be signed by the taxpayer or authorized representative.
  • Attachments – include all referenced documents.
  • Paper size – US Letter, single‑sided.

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Quick Facts

The individual whose Social Security number or taxpayer ID was misused files the form.
The form captures your personal identifying information, a description of the suspected theft, and supporting documentation references.
Submit the form as soon as you discover the fraud, typically before the IRS processes the disputed return or when you receive a notice of identity theft.
Mail the completed Form 14039 to the IRS Identity Theft Operations Center address listed in the form’s instructions; electronic filing is not available.
Errors or missing data can delay the IRS’s investigation, prolong exposure to further fraud, and may cause a legitimate return to be rejected.
1. Download the latest Form 14039 from IRS.gov. 2. Fill in all required personal fields legibly. 3. Attach copies of any IRS notices, proof of identity, and a statement of the suspected fraud. 4. Sign and date the form. 5. Mail to the address in the instructions, using certified mail if possible.

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After you file

  1. 1Keep the certified‑mail receipt and tracking number.
  2. 2Store a complete copy of the submitted packet.
  3. 3Monitor your mail for follow‑up letters from the IRS.
  4. 4Check your IRS online account for status updates.
  5. 5If you receive a CP01A after filing, note the case number.
  6. 6Consider placing a fraud alert on your credit reports.
  7. 7Report the theft to the FTC and your state’s consumer protection office.

Sources

  • SRCForm 14039 title and purposeIRS official form page
  • SRCSignature requirementForm instructions
  • SRCMailing addressInstructions section
  • SRCNo filing feeIRS fee schedule
  • SRCEdition dateForm header shows tax year
  • SRCAttachment listInstructions paragraph on required documents
  • SRCNo electronic filingIRS filing options list
  • SRCProcessing timeIRS identity theft FAQ
  • SRCRelated forms (SS‑5, 14157, 1040‑X)IRS form index
  • SRCNot found in provided sourceDeadline specifics

Common confusion points

Form vs. notice – Some think the form replaces the CP01A notice; it does not.

Business vs. individual theft – Business ID theft uses Form 14157, not 14039.

Electronic filing – Users assume e‑file is possible; it isn’t.

Signature requirement – Unsigned forms are returned without processing.

Mailing address – The address changes periodically; always verify the latest.

Workflow map

Related forms and next steps

5 signals

Before

Receive CP01A notice from IRS

Current

14039

After

IRS issues a new Identity Protection PIN (IP PIN)File Form 1040‑X if the fraudulent return was accepted and needs correction

Often used with

Form SS‑5 (replace lost SSN card)

⚠ If something goes wrong

  • File Form 14157 for business identity theft

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