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Form 15080-AR: 15080 (ar)
IRS Form 15080 (ar) is a Consent to Disclosure of Tax Return form that allows the filer's tax information to be shared with VITA/TCE preparers. The consent remains valid for one year if no other period is specified.
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IRS Form 15080-AR - 15080 (ar)
IRS Form 15080 (ar) is a Consent to Disclosure of Tax Return form that allows the filer's tax information to be shared with VITA/TCE preparers. The consent remains valid for one year if no other period is specified.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1Failing to grant consent when required means your data cannot be disclosed to third parties as legally permitted.
- 2Filing without selecting whether to specify or not specify the consent period.
- 3Allowing disclosure but failing to allow the preparer to enter a security word (Global Carry Forward).
- 4Signing as 'We' when filing for an individual, or vice versa.
- 5Not indicating if the filer wishes to restrict the scope of the tax return information disclosed.
Plain English
This form gives permission to allow your federal tax return data to be shared with volunteers who help prepare taxes through programs like VITA and TCE. By signing this, you agree that the IRS can share your personal and financial details with these third parties for tax preparation purposes.
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 consent to the disclosure of your tax return information with VITA/TCE preparers, as required by federal law (unless legally exempted).
- Do not use this form when you are filing solely for an appointment service; however, if you sign it during a service, the consent is valid.
- Check Form 15080 instead when granting general consent to disclosure of your tax return information with VITA/TCE preparers.
Deadline or filing window
If no period is specified on Form 15080 (ar), the consent remains valid for one year from the date of signing. The form also specifies that if a filer consents via TaxSlayer LLC, this approval will be valid until November 30, 2027.
Checklist
What you need before filling it out
Duration of Consent
Specify a date or leave blank · Form p.1 (Field area)
Scope of Disclosure
Checkbox selection (e.g., 'Willingly agree' vs. 'Refuse') · Form p.1 (Checkboxes)
Taxpayer Type
Select 'Us' (We), 'I' (Me), or specify for both · Form p.1 (Radio buttons/lines)
Secondary Taxpayer Name
Must be clearly written and signed if applicable · Form p.1 (Signature line area)
TIGTA Reporting Number
4484-366-800-1 · Form p.1 (Text field)
Service Provider Name
TaxSlayer LLC · Form p.1 (Header area)
Before you submit
- 1Ensure you have selected whether you are filing for 'Us' (We), 'I' (Me), or both.
- 2If applicable, confirm that a secondary taxpayer has clearly written their name and signature.
- 3Select the desired duration of consent: specify a date or leave it blank for one year validity.
- 4Confirm whether you wish to limit the scope of disclosure (check the appropriate box).
- 5Verify that the service provider is correctly listed as TaxSlayer LLC.
- 6If applicable, confirm that both primary and secondary taxpayer signatures are present.
- 7Check that the form bears the correct revision date: 10-2025.
How to file this form
- 1Complete all required fields by selecting the appropriate options for Taxpayer Type ('Us' or 'Me') on Form 15080 (ar).
- 2Determine and document the duration of consent, either by writing a specific date or leaving it blank to default to one year.
- 3Select whether you wish to limit the scope of disclosure regarding your tax information.
- 4Sign the form as the primary taxpayer and include the secondary taxpayer's name and signature if applicable.
- 5Keep a copy of the fully signed Form 15080 (ar) for your records.
- 6Submit the completed Form 15080 (ar) to your VITA/TCE preparer.
Known limitations
- 1The consent provided on IRS Form 15080 (ar) may not protect tax information from use or distribution after it has been disclosed, even if the filer consents.
- 2Filing this form is not mandatory for authorizing services to prepare a tax return; however, receiving a signature through those services makes the consent valid.
- 3If the period of consent is not specified on IRS Form 15080 (ar), the consent remains valid for one year from the date of signing.
- 4The disclosure includes more than just demographic and financial data; it covers personal tax return information and income sources entered into the preparation software.
Field map
Compact field-by-field guide
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 of IRS Form 15080 (ar) is Revision 10-2025, dated October 2025. The source does not point to a separate 'latest information' page but provides the revision date on the form itself.
What changed or needs a fresh check
- Edition date — confirm October 2025
- Catalog Number — confirm 71516X
- Mailing address — Not stated in the official source
- Signature — ensure both primary and secondary taxpayer signatures are present if applicable
Quick Facts
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After you file
- 1Retain a signed copy of IRS Form 15080 (ar) to confirm consent.
- 2If you do not specify an end date for your consent, it is valid for one year from the signing date.
- 3If you are using TaxSlayer LLC and choose them for preparation services, this consent remains valid until November 30, 2027 (if no other period is set).
- 4To report a crime or misconduct involving an IRS employee, contact the Treasury Inspector General for Tax Administration (TIGTA) at 4484-366-800-1.
Sources
- SRCInstructions p.1 — The federal law requires that you be provided with this consent form.
- SRCInstructions p.1 — Consent is required before the IRS can disclose your tax return information to third parties, unless otherwise authorized by law.
- SRCInstructions p.1 — If you consent to disclosure, the federal law may not protect your tax information from subsequent use or distribution.
- SRCInstructions p.1 — Not stated in the official source — verify on the agency site (regarding mandatory filing status).
- SRCInstructions p.1 — If no duration is specified, consent remains valid for one year from the date of signing.
- SRCInstructions p.1 — The scope of disclosure includes name, address, date of birth, phone number, SSN, tax filing status, occupation, employer name/address, income amount/sources, withholdings/credits claimed, and balances claimed or received.
Common confusion points
Who must file this form?
Filers are individuals who consent to their tax information being disclosed with VITA/TCE preparers.
→ Check the checkboxes or select the appropriate declaration (e.g., 'I, taxpayer').
What happens if I don't specify an end date for my consent on IRS Form 15080 (ar)?
The consent remains valid for one year from the date of signing.
→ Confirm that the box/selection indicates no specific duration.
Does this form apply to everyone?
No, it is not mandatory to fill out IRS Form 15080 (ar) just to authorize tax return preparation services.
→ Check if you are using a service provider; if so, your consent may be valid through that service.
What kind of information is disclosed?
It includes demographic and financial data, personal tax return information, income sources, and withholdings/credits claimed on the tax return.
→ Review the list on Form 15080 (ar) to ensure all relevant details are covered.
Can I limit what gets disclosed?
Yes; a filer can choose to restrict the scope of disclosure or refuse consent altogether.
→ Verify which declaration you select regarding limiting the scope of disclosure.
How do I confirm my choice if multiple parties are involved (e.g., filing with a spouse)?
The system may require IRS Form 15080 (ar) from each partner using the "Global Carry Forward" feature in TaxSlayer LLC.
→ Check the specific declaration regarding joint filers to see if all necessary consents were provided.
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⚠ If something goes wrong
- Contact TIGTA at 4484-366-800-1 to report misconduct.
Questions about IRS Form 15080-AR
What is IRS Form 15080-AR used for?
This form gives permission to allow your federal tax return data to be shared with volunteers who help prepare taxes through programs like VITA and TCE. By signing this, you agree that the IRS can share your personal and financial details with these third parties for tax preparation purposes.
Who must file IRS Form 15080-AR?
The law requires that the filer provide this consent form; it is required when consenting to disclosure of one's tax return information to third parties other than for preparing and filing the return.
What information does IRS Form 15080-AR require?
This form collects extensive personal and financial data, including your name, address, date of birth, SSN, marital status, occupation, employer details, income/deductions, and names/details of dependents listed on your tax return.
When is IRS Form 15080-AR due?
If the filer does not specify a period for consent, the approval is valid for one year from the date of signing. The form also mentions an example validity date of November 30, 2027.
Where do I file IRS Form 15080-AR?
The source indicates that the consent is valid through specific dates or periods defined on the form itself; no single filing address or service center is listed for routing in the excerpt provided.
How do I complete IRS Form 15080-AR?
The process requires signing this form to grant permission. The filer must indicate whether they wish to specify a period for consent (e.g., 'We want to specify a period') or if it should be valid for one year by default. Finally, the filer confirms their agreement and may allow the preparer to enter a security word.
What happens if IRS Form 15080-AR is filed incorrectly?
If the filer consents to disclosure of tax return information, the federal law may not protect that information from subsequent use or distribution after the consent is given.
Who must file this form?
Filers are individuals who consent to their tax information being disclosed with VITA/TCE preparers. Check the checkboxes or select the appropriate declaration (e.g., 'I, taxpayer').
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