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Form 14693: Application for Reduced Rate of Withholding on Whistleblower Award Payment
IRS Form 14693 is an Application for Reduced Rate of Withholding on Whistleblower Award Payment, used by claimants who receive a whistleblower award under Section 7623(b). To be considered, the application must be received within 30 days from the date printed on the form.
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IRS Form 14693 - Application for Reduced Rate of Withholding on Whistleblower Award Payment
IRS Form 14693 is an Application for Reduced Rate of Withholding on Whistleblower Award Payment, used by claimants who receive a whistleblower award under Section 7623(b). To be considered, the application must be received within 30 days from the date printed on the form.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1The request is invalid if the declaration statement lacks an original signature and date.
- 2Filing without an original signature and date on the declaration statement.
- 3Not including supporting attachments to substantiate fees and costs (Part 4).
- 4Failing to provide Form 2848 if an Authorized Representative signs the form.
- 5Missing the 30-day window from the date printed on Form 14693.
Plain English
This form allows someone who receives a government whistleblower award to ask the IRS to take out less money each time the payment is made. By filing Form 14693, the claimant requests a reduced rate of withholding on their award payment. This ensures more of the awarded funds are available immediately.
Submission Date
- Filing date: 2017-02-13 23:00:00
- Preparation window: collect IDs, supporting records, and signatures in advance.
- Final review: verify names, dates, and required fields before submission.
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What this form is for
- Use this form when you have been notified that you are due to receive a whistleblower award under Section 7623(b) and wish to reduce the rate of withholding on that award payment.
- Do not use Form 14693 when you are receiving a whistleblower award but do not want to request a reduced rate of withholding.
- Check Form 2848 instead when an authorized representative is signing this form.
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Use this form or another form?
Receiving a non-whistleblower award payment
The purpose of Form 14693 is specifically for whistleblower awards under Section 7623(b)
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Not stated in the official source
Claimant has no spouse
You must still complete all sections, but fields related to the spouse will be left blank or marked N/A
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Attorney fees are not paid on contingency
This dictates how the IRS processes the deduction request compared to contingent payments
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Field 3b requires a checkmark for 'No'
Deadline or filing window
To qualify for a reduced withholding rate, IRS Form 14693 must be received by the Whistleblower Office within 30 days from the date printed on the form. There is no mention of a specific extension period in the instructions provided.
Checklist
What you need before filling it out
Claimant Name
Last, First MI of individual claimant · Section 1a / Page 1 & 2
Claimant TIN
Last four digits of SSN or ITIN · Section 1b / Page 1 & 2
Attorney Fees Amount
Dollar amount intended for deduction (Section 3a) · Section 3a / Page 1 & 2
Contingency Basis
Checkbox selection in Section 3b · Section 3b / Page 1 & 2
Required Attachments
Copy of fee agreement, bills for attorney/court costs, other substantiation · Section 4 / Page 1 & 2
Authorized Representative Signing
Valid Form 2848 (Power of Attorney) with original signature and date · Page 2 Declaration Note
Before you submit
- 1Verify that the application was received within 30 days from the date printed on Form 14693.
- 2Ensure all fields in Section 1 (Claimant Information) are completed, including address and claim number(s).
- 3If applicable, complete Section 2 with the full name and address of the attorney whose fees will be deducted.
- 4Complete Section 3 by entering the exact dollar amount intended for deduction on your federal income tax return.
- 5Check Box 3b to indicate if any amounts are paid on a contingency basis (Yes or No).
- 6Attach supporting documentation as listed in Section 4 (Agreement, Bills, Other Information).
- 7Sign and date the Declaration Under Penalty of Perjury section.
How to file this form
- 1Complete Sections 1 through 3 on Form 14693 with all required claimant, attorney, and deduction details.
- 2Gather and attach all necessary substantiating documents in Section 4 (agreement, bills, etc.).
- 3Sign and date the Declaration Under Penalty of Perjury section; if using an authorized representative, ensure they also sign and include a valid Form 2848 with original signatures.
- 4Send the completed Form 14693, along with all supporting attachments, to the Internal Revenue Service Whistleblower Office at 1111 Constitution Ave., NW Washington, DC 20224.
Known limitations
- 1The application must be used if the claimant has been notified that a whistleblower award under Section 7623(b) is due and the claimant wishes to reduce the withholding rate.
- 2If an authorized representative signs Form 14693, a valid Form 2848 (Power of Attorney and Declaration of Representative) with original signatures must be provided.
- 3The application will not be considered complete or valid if the declaration statement is not signed with an original signature and date.
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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->The current edition is February 2017 (2-2017), and the source provides no link to a newer revision page, though it does list the catalog number 67566P.
What changed or needs a fresh check
- Edition date — confirm the revision date reads February 2017 (or later)
- Catalog Number — confirm the number is 67566P
- Mailing address — confirm the destination is Internal Revenue Service Whistleblower Office, 1111 Constitution Ave., NW Washington, DC 20224
- Signature — ensure the form includes a signature from the Claimant or Authorized Representative and a date.
- Form Number — verify the document header states Form 14693 (2-2017)
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After you file
- 1Keep a copy of the completed Form 14693, including any supporting attachments.
- 2If an authorized representative signs the form, retain a copy of the valid Form 2848 as well.
- 3The application must be received by the IRS Whistleblower Office within 30 days from the date printed on Form 14693 to be considered for a reduced withholding rate.
- 4If an authorized representative signs, ensure that Form 2848 includes original signatures and a date.
Sources
- SRCForm 14693 was sent to claimant date is recorded on the form (IRS use only) [Form p.1]
- SRCThe application must be received by the Whistleblower Office within 30 days from the date printed on Form 14693 [Form p.2]
- SRCClaimant's name, TIN (last four digits), spouse's name/TIN, and address are listed in Section 1 on Page 1 [Form p.1]
- SRCAttorney details (name, address) are listed in Section 2 on Page 1 [Form p.1]
- SRCThe amount intended to be deducted for attorney fees and court costs is entered in Section 3 on Page 1 [Form p.1]
- SRCIf an authorized representative signs Form 14693, a valid Form 2848 must be provided with original signatures [Form p.2]
Common confusion points
What is the deadline to file Form 14693?
The application must be received by the IRS Whistleblower Office within 30 days from the date printed on Form 14693.
→ Confirm the date printed on the form.
Who needs to sign Form 14693 for it to count?
Either the claimant or their authorized representative may sign the declaration statement.
→ Check if you are signing yourself or an agent.
What is required if someone other than the claimant signs?
If an authorized representative signs, a valid Form 2848 (Power of Attorney and Declaration of Representative) with original signatures must accompany it.
→ Look for the signature block on Page 1 or 2.
Where do I send the completed form?
Send the form to the Internal Revenue Service Whistleblower Office at 1111 Constitution Ave., NW Washington, DC 20224.
→ Ensure you include all supporting attachments when mailing.
What must be attached if you claim attorney fees/costs?
Attachments should include copies of fee agreements, bills for attorney fees, bills for court costs, and any other substantiating documents.
→ Verify that the listed items match what you are submitting.
How do I report my TIN on Form 14693?
For the claimant, enter the last four digits of their SSN or ITIN; for the spouse (if applicable), enter the last four digits of their SSN or ITIN.
→ Check fields 1b and 1d carefully.
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- Form 2848 — Use this to authorize someone else to sign for you.
Questions about IRS Form 14693
What is IRS Form 14693 used for?
This form allows someone who receives a government whistleblower award to ask the IRS to take out less money each time the payment is made. By filing Form 14693, the claimant requests a reduced rate of withholding on their award payment. This ensures more of the awarded funds are available immediately.
Who must file IRS Form 14693?
A claimant must file IRS Form 14693 if they have been notified that they are due to receive a whistleblower award under Section 7623(b) and wish to reduce the withholding rate on it.
What information does IRS Form 14693 require?
The form collects detailed information, including the claimant's name and TIN (Part 1), attorney details and fees/costs claimed (Parts 2 & 3), and supporting documentation attachments (Part 4). The declaration confirms the application is true and complete.
When is IRS Form 14693 due?
The application must be received by the Whistleblower Office within 30 days from the date printed on Form 14693.
Where do I file IRS Form 14693?
Completed IRS Form 14693, along with supporting attachments, must be sent to the Internal Revenue Service Whistleblower Office at 1111 Constitution Ave., NW Washington, DC 20224.
How do I complete IRS Form 14693?
The claimant completes all sections of Form 14693, filling in personal details (Part 1), attorney/fee information (Parts 2 & 3), and attaching supporting documents (Part 4). The form requires a signature from the Claimant or Authorized Representative on the declaration statement.
What happens if IRS Form 14693 is filed incorrectly?
If the declaration statement is not signed with an original signature and date, this request will not be considered complete or valid. Failure to meet the deadline means the application may not qualify for reduced withholding.
What is the deadline to file Form 14693?
The application must be received by the IRS Whistleblower Office within 30 days from the date printed on Form 14693. Confirm the date printed on the form.
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