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Form 14726: 14726

IRS Form 14726 is the request form used to obtain a copy of a previously filed individual income tax return. File it when you need an exact replica of a return for legal, financial, or personal reasons.

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Form Overview

IRS Form 14726 - 14726

IRS Form 14726 is the request form used to obtain a copy of a previously filed individual income tax return. File it when you need an exact replica of a return for legal, financial, or personal reasons.

The form captures your name, Social Security number, address, the tax year requested, and the reason for the request.

Risk Radar

Scan points
  • 1A single typo in your SSN can add weeks to the processing time.
  • 2Wrong Social Security number
  • 3Missing or incorrect fee amount
  • 4Unclear reason for request
  • 5Incorrect mailing address

Plain English

If you lost your old tax return or need an official copy for a loan, court, or immigration case, you fill out Form 14726. The IRS will send you a paper copy of the exact return you filed.

Submission Date

  • Filing date: 2020-10-30 22:11:39
  • 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

individualincome taxfinancialofficialobtainincomepaper

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What this form is for

  • Use this form when you need an exact copy of a filed individual return.
  • Do not use it for transcripts; request those with Form 4506‑T.
  • If you need a copy for a business return, use Form 4506.

Form selector

Use this form or another form?

Need a transcript only

Provides summary info, faster processing

✓ Verify you only need a transcript

Form 4506‑T

Business return copy needed

Covers corporate returns, different fee

✓ Ensure correct form for entity type

Form 4506

Deadline or filing window

There is no statutory deadline for filing Form 14726, but the IRS recommends submitting the request as soon as you know you need the copy. Processing typically takes 6‑12 weeks; plan accordingly for any time‑sensitive purpose.

  • —Number of copies | multiply by $50 | Total fee | Verify total before payment

Checklist

What you need before filling it out

1

Taxpayer name

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

⚠ Misspelled name✕ High
2

Social Security number

SSN card · Copy of SSN card

⚠ Transposed digits✕ High
3

Tax year

Prior year return · Prior year documents

⚠ Wrong year selected✕ Medium
4

Reason for request

Written statement · Letter explaining need

⚠ Vague description✕ Low
5

Signature

Hand‑signed form · Original signature

⚠ Printed name only✕ High
6

Fee payment

Check or money order · Bank statement

⚠ Insufficient amount✕ High

Before you submit

  1. 1Form is the latest edition.
  2. 2All required fields are filled.
  3. 3SSN matches official records.
  4. 4Tax year is correct.
  5. 5Reason for request is clearly stated.
  6. 6Fee amount matches number of copies.
  7. 7Check or money order is payable to "IRS".
  8. 8Signature is present and legible.
  9. 9Mailing address matches the one in the instructions.
  10. 10Retain a photocopy of the completed form.
  11. 11Use a trackable mailing service.

How to file this form

  1. 1Download the current Form 14726 PDF.
  2. 2Print on white 8.5" x 11" paper.
  3. 3Complete personal and request details.
  4. 4Calculate fee and attach check/money order.
  5. 5Sign and date the form.
  6. 6Place in an envelope with the correct IRS address.
  7. 7Send via USPS certified mail and keep the receipt.

Known limitations

  1. 1Form does not provide electronic copies; only paper copies are issued.
  2. 2Requests are limited to returns filed after 1997.
  3. 3Only one copy per $50 fee; additional copies require extra payment.
  4. 4Processing time is an estimate; delays can occur.
  5. 5The form cannot be used for amended returns; use Form 1040‑X for that.

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 14726 is currently active for tax years 1997 onward. The IRS updates the form annually; verify the edition date before filing.

What changed or needs a fresh check

  • Edition date – confirm the form is the latest version (check IRS.gov).
  • Fee – current fee is $50 per copy; verify on the form instructions.
  • Mailing address – use the address listed for your state/region.
  • Payment method – only check or money order accepted.
  • Signature line – must be signed by the taxpayer or authorized representative.

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Quick Facts

Any individual taxpayer who filed a U.S. federal income tax return and now needs a full copy.
The form captures your name, Social Security number, address, the tax year requested, and the reason for the request.
Submit the form after the tax year has closed; there is no statutory deadline, but processing can take 6‑12 weeks.
Mail the completed form with payment to the IRS address listed on the form’s instructions; no electronic filing option is provided.
Incorrect information can delay processing, cause the IRS to send the copy to the wrong address, or result in a denied request and wasted fees.
1. Download Form 14726 from IRS.gov. 2. Fill in personal data, tax year, and reason. 3. Attach a check or money order for the copy fee. 4. Sign and date the form. 5. Mail to the address in the instructions. 6. Keep the tracking receipt until you receive the copy.

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After you file

  1. 1Track the mailed request with the USPS receipt.
  2. 2Monitor mail for the IRS’s response.
  3. 3Verify that the returned copy matches the requested tax year.
  4. 4Store the copy in a secure, fire‑proof location.
  5. 5Update your personal records to note the request date and fee paid.
  6. 6If you do not receive a response within 12 weeks, call the IRS toll‑free number.
  7. 7Keep the original request and any correspondence for future reference.

Sources

  • SRCForm 14726 title and purposeIRS official form description.
  • SRCFee amount ($50 per copy)listed in form instructions.
  • SRCMailing addressprovided in the form’s instruction page.
  • SRCEdition dateindicated on the top of the PDF.
  • SRCPayment methodcheck/money order only per instructions.
  • SRCProcessing time estimateIRS guidance on typical turnaround.
  • SRCEligibility (individual returns only)stated in form purpose.
  • SRCNot found in provided sourceelectronic filing option.

Common confusion points

Form 14726 vs. Form 4506‑T

One requests a full copy, the other a transcript

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Paper copy vs. electronic copy

IRS only issues paper copies for this form

→ Do not expect an online PDF

Fee per copy vs. total fee

Multiply copies by $50

→ Verify total before payment

Business vs. individual return

Business returns use Form 4506

→ Confirm entity type

Mailing address variations

Different addresses for different states

→ Use the address in the current instructions

Workflow map

Related forms and next steps

4 signals

Before

Gather prior year return or tax documents.

Current

14726

After

Store received copy securely and update records.

Often used with

Form 4506‑T if only a transcript is required.

⚠ If something goes wrong

  • Contact IRS Identity Verification line and reference the request number.

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