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Form 15080-DE: 15080 (de)
Treasury - Internal Revenue Service Form 15080 (de) is a consent form for data sharing with VITA/TCE tax preparation sites, filed by the taxpayer. The agreement is valid until November 30, 2027.
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IRS Form 15080-DE - 15080 (de)
Treasury - Internal Revenue Service Form 15080 (de) is a consent form for data sharing with VITA/TCE tax preparation sites, filed by the taxpayer. The agreement is valid until November 30, 2027.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1Failing to specify a consent duration when required defaults the agreement to one year.
- 2Signing without explicitly stating a desired consent duration (defaults to 1 year).
- 3Failing to sign as the principal taxpayer when required by the service provider.
- 4Restricting the scope of disclosure more narrowly than described in the form's conditions.
- 5Allowing the agreement to expire before November 30, 2027, without a new signature.
Plain English
This form allows you to give permission for the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) to share your tax return data with volunteers or certified tax preparers using the VITA/TCE program. If you sign this, your data can be used across various volunteer sites in future tax seasons. This consent covers demographic and financial details submitted on your return.
Submission Date
- Filing date: 2025-10-28 22:12:18
- 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 allow your tax return data to be shared with VITA/TCE tax preparation sites for the purpose of creating and filing your tax return.
- Do not use Form 15080 (de) when you do not wish to grant permission for your tax return data to be shared, or if you want to restrict that sharing in a way other than what is described in the Global Carry Forward conditions.
- Check no other specific form number instead when granting consent; this Form 15080 (de) governs the agreement itself.
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Using VITA/TCE software for filing
The document serves as the explicit consent mechanism required by law to allow data sharing with these sites.
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Tax preparation is handled by a specific VITA/TCE partner
This form allows TaxSlayer LLC to provide your current year's data to any other volunteer site using the program in the next season via Global Carry Forward.
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You wish to limit the duration of consent prior to November 30, 2027
If you restrict the date, you must specify it on the form; otherwise, the default is one year from signing.
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Deadline or filing window
The overall consent granted on IRS Form 15080 (de) is valid until November 30, 2027. If you choose not to limit the duration of consent to an earlier date than this specified date, your consent will remain active until that later date. The form allows the taxpayer to restrict the scope or limit the duration.
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What you need before filling it out
Global Carry Forward eligibility
Your tax return data must be used for filing in the next tax year via a VITA/TCE partner using TaxSlayer LLC. · Form p.1
Consent Duration Limit
The agreement is valid until November 30, 2027. · Form p.1
Scope of Information Shared
Demographic, financial, and other Personally Identifiable Information (Name, SSN, Address, etc.) regarding you and your dependents are shared. · Form p.1
Taxpayer Obligation to File
You are not required to complete this form to use IRS services for tax return preparation. · Form p.1
Reporting Misuse Contact
Phone: 1-800-366-4484; TIGTA Web: https://www.tigta.gov/reportcrime-misconduct · Form p.1
Before you submit
- 1Ensure the primary taxpayer signs the form.
- 2If applicable, ensure the second taxpayer signs the form.
- 3Verify that the date of signature is filled out for both the principal and secondary taxpayers.
- 4Confirm that the filer understands this consent applies to data sharing with VITA/TCE sites using TaxSlayer LLC.
- 5Check that the understanding of Global Carry Forward—allowing use at any volunteer site in the next filing season—is correct.
- 6Verify that the scope of disclosure is not restricted beyond what is described (demographic, financial, PII data).
- 7Confirm that if limiting the consent duration below November 30, 2027, the specific earlier date has been noted on the form.
- 8Ensure the filer acknowledges reading the information regarding the conditions for Global Carry Forward before signing.
How to file this form
- 1Complete all required sections of IRS Form 15080 (de) by filling in the necessary information regarding your agreement.
- 2Sign and date the form, ensuring both the Primary and Secondary Taxpayer fields are completed if applicable.
- 3Keep a copy of the signed Form 15080 (de) for your personal records.
- 4Submit the completed form to your VITA/TCE tax preparer or as directed by the IRS.
Known limitations
- 1The taxpayer is not obligated to complete Form 15080 (de) to utilize services for tax return preparation.
- 2If we receive the signature on this form, and our services are contingent upon your consent, that consent is not valid if you do not agree to the terms.
- 3Global Carry Forward only assists if the taxpayer seeks assistance from another VITA or TCE partner utilizing TaxSlayer in the following year.
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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 of IRS Form 15080 (de) is Revision 10-2025, which corresponds to the October 2025 version. The source does not point to a separate 'latest information' page but provides all necessary details within this document.
What changed or needs a fresh check
- Edition date — confirm Revision 10-2025
- Fee — Not stated in the official source
- Mailing address — Not stated in the official source (though a phone number for reporting issues is provided)
- Signature — ensure both Primary and Secondary Taxpayer signatures are present if applicable
- Consent Scope — confirm you agree with the scope described under Global Carry Forward conditions
- Consent Duration — confirm the default consent period is set to November 30, 2027
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After you file
- 1Retain a signed copy of Form 15080 (de) for personal records.
- 2If the taxpayer does not specify the duration of consent, the agreement is valid for one year from the date of signature.
- 3The data sharing agreement remains valid until November 30, 2027, unless a different duration is specified by the taxpayer.
- 4To report suspected improper disclosure or use of tax return data, contact the IRS at 1-800-366-4484 or via the TIGTA website.
Sources
- SRCForm p.1 — The Federal Law requires that this consent form be given to you.
- SRCForm p.1 — If you agree to the disclosure of your tax return data, the Federal Law may not protect your tax return data from further use or dissemination.
- SRCForm p.1 — If we receive your signature on this form, and our services are contingent upon your consent, your consent is not valid.
- SRCForm p.1 — The agreement applies for the period specified by you; if you do not specify the duration of your consent, it applies for one year from the date of signature.
- SRCForm p.1 — The data sharing (Global Carry Forward) is valid until November 30, 2027.
- SRCForm p.1 — Tax return information disclosed includes demographic, financial, and other personally identifiable information about you, your tax return, and your income sources entered into the tax preparation software.
Common confusion points
What does 'Global Carry Forward' mean for my taxes?
It allows TaxSlayer LLC to provide your tax return data to any volunteer site participating in the VITA/TCE program that you select for filing next year.
→ Confirm this feature enables using your current year's data on a different website next year.
Does signing this form mean I agree to all sharing?
The agreement covers demographic, financial, and other personally identifiable information submitted for tax return preparation purposes.
→ Check the list of included information against what you know is in your return.
What happens if I don't state a duration on Form 15080 (de)?
Your consent applies for one year starting from the date you sign the form.
→ Ensure the document clearly states the start and end dates if you want more control than one year.
Why must I fill out this form?
The Federal Law requires that you be given this consent form, but it is not mandatory to use IRS services for tax return preparation.
→ If you are using a VITA/TCE site, completing the form confirms your agreement to data sharing.
Can my consent expire before November 30, 2027?
Yes, if the taxpayer chooses to limit the duration of consent to an earlier date, they must specify it on Form 15080 (de).
→ Verify that any stated end date is not later than November 30, 2027.
What information is shared under Global Carry Forward?
It includes your name, address, DOB, phone number, SSN, filing status, occupation, employer's name/address, and amounts/sources of income, deductions, and credits.
→ Double-check that all listed data points match the details provided in your tax return.
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⚠ If something goes wrong
- Contact IRS at 1-800-366-4484 or TIGTA via https://www.tigta.gov/reportcrime-misconduct
Questions about IRS Form 15080-DE
What is IRS Form 15080-DE used for?
This form allows you to give permission for the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) to share your tax return data with volunteers or certified tax preparers using the VITA/TCE program. If you sign this, your data can be used across various volunteer sites in future tax seasons. This consent covers demographic and financial details submitted on your return.
Who must file IRS Form 15080-DE?
The taxpayer must file IRS Form 15080 (de). The form is required if the IRS uses its services for preparing the tax return, unless the taxpayer chooses not to provide this form.
What information does IRS Form 15080-DE require?
The form collects information regarding demographic and financial details about you and your dependents. Specifically, it records your name, address, Social Security number, filing status, employer details, and income/deduction amounts from your tax return.
When is IRS Form 15080-DE due?
If the duration of consent is not specified on IRS Form 15080 (de), the agreement applies for one year starting from the date of signing. The overall consent provided can be valid until November 30, 2027.
Where do I file IRS Form 15080-DE?
The form does not specify a single mailing address; rather, it governs data sharing with VITA/TCE providers. If you have concerns about how your data was shared or used, contact the IRS at 1-800-366-4484.
How do I complete IRS Form 15080-DE?
The taxpayer must read the conditions on IRS Form 15080 (de) before signing. If agreeing to the standard terms, the principal taxpayer signs and dates the document. A second taxpayer may also sign and date if applicable, authorizing data disclosure under Global Carry Forward.
What happens if IRS Form 15080-DE is filed incorrectly?
If you believe your tax return data has been disclosed or used in a manner not authorized by law or without your consent, contacting the IRS can address the issue. The form ensures that if consent is granted, it applies for the specified timeframe.
What does 'Global Carry Forward' mean for my taxes?
It allows TaxSlayer LLC to provide your tax return data to any volunteer site participating in the VITA/TCE program that you select for filing next year. Confirm this feature enables using your current year's data on a different website next year.
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