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Form 15080-AR: 15080 (ar)
Internal Revenue Service Form 15080 is an agreement for tax return preparation services with VITA/TCE programs. Taxpayers must complete it to authorize the use of their tax data, and the agreement remains valid until 30 November 2027.
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IRS Form 15080-AR - 15080 (ar)
Internal Revenue Service Form 15080 is an agreement for tax return preparation services with VITA/TCE programs. Taxpayers must complete it to authorize the use of their tax data, and the agreement remains valid until 30 November 2027.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1Submitting the form without a signed agreement leaves your tax data unprotected.
- 2Missing the taxpayer’s full name
- 3Leaving the address field blank
- 4Omitting the phone number
- 5Failing to enter the social security number
Plain English
Form 15080 lets a taxpayer give permission for a VITA or TCE service to prepare a prior‑year tax return. It collects personal and tax information and creates a one‑year agreement that protects the data while the service is performed.
Submission Date
- Filing date: 2025-10-28 22:11:57
- 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 authorize a VITA/TCE program to prepare your tax return and share your tax information.
- Do not use it when you do not consent to share your tax information with VITA/TCE.
- Check Form 15080 (ar) instead when you need to renew or modify the existing data‑sharing agreement.
Form selector
Use this form or another form?
Need to authorize VITA/TCE services
Provides legal consent for data sharing with tax‑preparation programs
✓ Verify the agreement expiration date is set
Disagree with data sharing terms
Allows you to refuse consent and avoid unauthorized use of data
✓ Ensure you select the refusal option
Require a copy of the agreement for personal records
Serves as proof of consent for future reference
✓ Keep the signed copy in a safe place
Deadline or filing window
The source does not specify a filing deadline for IRS Form 15080. No extension or filing window is described in the official instructions.
Checklist
What you need before filling it out
Name
Legal name of taxpayer · Form field
Social Security Number
SSN document or personal record · Form field
Date of birth
Birth certificate or personal record · Form field
Tax data consent
Written consent statement · Consent section
Signature
Handwritten signature of taxpayer · Signature line
Before you submit
- 1Confirm the agreement expiration date is set to 30 November 2027
- 2Verify your full legal name is entered correctly
- 3Check that your Social Security Number matches official records
- 4Ensure your date of birth is entered in the required format
- 5Select the appropriate consent option for data sharing
- 6Sign the agreement in the designated signature field
- 7Keep a copy of the completed Form 15080 (ar) for your records
How to file this form
- 1Enter all required personal information on Form 15080 (ar)
- 2Choose your consent preferences regarding tax data sharing
- 3Sign the agreement in the signature area
- 4Submit the signed form to the VITA/TCE program provider
- 5Obtain a receipt or confirmation as proof of filing
Known limitations
- 1Form applies only when the taxpayer gives consent to share tax data; without consent the agreement is not valid.
- 2Form is limited to tax return preparation services provided by VITA/TCE programs or TaxSlayer LLC software.
- 3Agreement cannot be set to remain valid beyond 30 November 2027.
- 4If no expiration period is entered, the agreement automatically expires one year after the signing 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->Form 15080 (ar) is revised 10-2025; the source is the form itself and shows no indication of a newer version.
What changed or needs a fresh check
- Edition date — confirm the revision reads 10-2025
- Catalog number — confirm it is 71516X
- Fee — Not stated in the official source
- Mailing address — Not stated in the official source
Quick Facts
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After you file
- 1Retain a signed copy of the agreement for your records.
- 2You may request or download a copy of the signed form from the IRS website.
- 3Report any suspected misuse of your tax information to TIGTA using phone number 4484‑366‑800‑1.
- 4Verify the agreement's end date to know when the consent expires.
Sources
- SRCForm p.1 — إذا لم تحدد مدة موافقتك، تكون موافقتك صالحة لمدة سنة واحدة من تاريخ التوقيع.
- SRCForm p.1 — موافقتك صالحة حتى 30 نوفمبر 2027.
- SRCForm p.1 — الاستمارة هي اتفاقية لإعداد الإقرارات الضريبية مع VITA/TCE.
- SRCForm p.1 — إذا وافقت على الكشف عن معلومات كشفك الضريبي، تكون موافقتك صالحة.
- SRCForm p.1 — إذا لم توافق على الكشف عن معلومات كشفك الضريبي، القانون لا يحمي معلوماتك.
- SRCForm p.1 — من حقك الحصول على نسخة موقع من هذه الاستمارة.
- SRCForm p.1 — للتبليغ عن جريمة أو سوء سلوك اتصل بالرقم 4484-366-800-1 (TIGTA).
Common confusion points
How long is my agreement valid?
The form states the agreement lasts for the period you set, or defaults to one year from signing if no period is set.
→ Check the signed date and any specified end date; if none, add one year to the signing date.
Can I set the agreement to last beyond 30 November 2027?
The source says the agreement may be valid until 30 November 2027 at most.
→ Verify the end date does not exceed 30‑11‑2027.
Do I have to fill this form if I use a tax service not part of VITA/TCE?
The form is described as an agreement for VITA/TCE programs.
→ Confirm your preparation service is VITA/TCE or TaxSlayer; otherwise the form does not apply.
What happens if I do not give consent on the form?
The source indicates that without agreement, the law does not protect your tax information from use or disclosure.
→ Ensure you sign and indicate consent before the service proceeds.
Can I obtain a copy of the signed agreement?
The source says you have the right to obtain a copy of the form from the website.
→ Request or download the form from the IRS website after signing.
How do I report suspected misconduct related to this agreement?
The source provides a TIGTA phone number for reporting crimes or misconduct.
→ Call 4484‑366‑800‑1 to report any concerns.
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⚠ If something goes wrong
- Form 15080 (ar) – report fraud or misconduct to the Treasury Inspector General for Tax Administration at 4484-366-800-1.
Questions about IRS Form 15080-AR
What is IRS Form 15080-AR used for?
Form 15080 lets a taxpayer give permission for a VITA or TCE service to prepare a prior‑year tax return. It collects personal and tax information and creates a one‑year agreement that protects the data while the service is performed.
Who must file IRS Form 15080-AR?
Taxpayers who use VITA or TCE services to prepare a prior‑year tax return must file IRS Form 15080.
What information does IRS Form 15080-AR require?
The form collects the taxpayer’s name, address, date of birth, phone number, social security number, marital status, occupation, income amount, sources, and any other data required for the tax return.
How do I complete IRS Form 15080-AR?
First, the taxpayer fills in personal details such as name, address, birth date, phone, and social security number. Next, the taxpayer provides tax‑return data, including income and deductions. Then the taxpayer signs the agreement, indicating the consent period. Finally, the completed form is given to the VITA/TCE service provider for processing.
What happens if IRS Form 15080-AR is filed incorrectly?
Without a valid agreement, the federal law does not protect the taxpayer’s return information and misuse could trigger an investigation by the Treasury Inspector General for Tax Administration.
How long is my agreement valid?
The form states the agreement lasts for the period you set, or defaults to one year from signing if no period is set. Check the signed date and any specified end date; if none, add one year to the signing date.
Can I set the agreement to last beyond 30 November 2027?
The source says the agreement may be valid until 30 November 2027 at most. Verify the end date does not exceed 30‑11‑2027.
Do I have to fill this form if I use a tax service not part of VITA/TCE?
The form is described as an agreement for VITA/TCE programs. Confirm your preparation service is VITA/TCE or TaxSlayer; otherwise the form does not apply.
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