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Form 15080-FR: 15080 (zh-t)
IRS Form 15080 (zh-t) is a consent form that allows the taxpayer to authorize the disclosure of their tax return information to VITA/TCE sites. If consenting, the agreement is valid for one year if no duration is specified.
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IRS Form 15080-FR - 15080 (zh-t)
IRS Form 15080 (zh-t) is a consent form that allows the taxpayer to authorize the disclosure of their tax return information to VITA/TCE sites. If consenting, the agreement is valid for one year if no duration is specified.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1Failing to specify a duration means consent is valid for one year by default.
- 2Not specifying a duration on IRS Form 15080 defaults consent to one year.
- 3Failing to list the principal taxpayer's name in all capital letters.
- 4Omitting the date of signature for either the principal or secondary taxpayer.
- 5Allowing the Global Carry Forward terms to be limited to a date before November 30, 2027, without explicit instruction.
Plain English
This form lets you give permission for your tax filing details to be shared with various tax preparation sites participating in the VITA/TCE program. By signing this Form 15080, you authorize the IRS and its partners to use your information for preparing your taxes now and in the future.
Submission Date
- Filing date: 2025-10-28 22:12:05
- 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 allowing your tax return information to be disclosed to VITA/TCE sites for preparation and filing purposes.
- Do not use this form when you are applying for VITA/TCE services but do not wish to grant consent for the disclosure of your tax return information.
- Check Form 15080 (fr) instead when you need a French language version of this consent.
Form selector
Use this form or another form?
Applying for VITA/TCE services but want no automatic data sharing
You are opting out of the Global Carry Forward feature.
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Taxpayer wants to limit consent duration before the default one year
This allows you to specify a termination date for data sharing beyond the standard one-year validity period.
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Taxpayer wishes to restrict the scope of disclosure beyond VITA/TCE
You can limit what information is shared, even if using Global Carry Forward.
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Deadline or filing window
The overall consent validity period begins upon signing IRS Form 15080. If no specific term limit is chosen, the consent remains valid for one year from the signature date. The Global Carry Forward feature has a defined end date of November 30, 2027.
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What you need before filling it out
Consent to Disclosure
Checkbox/Signature on Form 15080 (fr) · Section where consent is granted
Global Carry Forward validity limit
Date listed in the form · Explicitly stated as November 30, 2027
Default Consent Duration
Not specified by taxpayer · Form instructions state it will be valid for one year from signature date.
Taxpayer Name (Principal)
Must be written in capital letters · Line designated for Principal Taxpayer Name
Global Carry Forward Scope
Description of shared data · Form p.1, describing what is revealed
Before you submit
- 1Confirm that the consent statement clearly indicates agreement to the terms described in the Global Carry Forward section.
- 2Verify that the principal taxpayer's name is written entirely in capital letters.
- 3If applicable, confirm that the secondary taxpayer's name is also written entirely in capital letters.
- 4Determine if a specific duration for consent has been listed; if not, acknowledge the default one-year validity.
- 5Check the box/signature confirming you have read and understood the information provided on Form 15080 (fr).
- 6If limiting scope or duration, verify that the corresponding limitation statement is correctly filled out.
- 7Ensure the form reflects the current revision date of 10-2025.
How to file this form
- 1Complete the required fields by filling in your name(s) and confirming you have read the terms on Form 15080 (fr).
- 2Decide whether to limit the scope or duration of the consent, and fill out the corresponding limitation statements if necessary.
- 3Sign and date the form as the taxpayer(s), ensuring names are in capital letters where required.
- 4Submit the completed Form 15080 (fr) to your VITA/TCE preparer; retain a copy for your records.
Known limitations
- 1The taxpayer is not obligated to fill out IRS Form 15080 (zh-t) to utilize tax return preparation services.
- 2If a filer accepts the disclosure of their tax return information, that consent may not protect the information from new uses or distributions under federal law.
- 3Global Carry Forward only assists if the taxpayer contacts another VITA or TCE partner using TaxSlayer in the following fiscal year.
- 4The Global Carry Forward authorization is valid until November 30, 2027.
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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 Revision 10-2025, which corresponds to October 2025. The source does not point to a separate 'latest information' page but confirms the revision date on Form 15080 (fr).
What changed or needs a fresh check
- Edition date — confirm the revision reads 10-2025.
- Fee — Not stated in the official source.
- Mailing address — Not stated in the official source (though TIGTA contact is provided).
- Signature — ensure both principal and secondary taxpayer signatures are present if applicable.
- Form number — confirm the catalog number reads 53680K.
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After you file
- 1Keep a copy of IRS Form 15080 (zh-t) after filing it.
- 2If the taxpayer does not specify a duration for consent, the agreement is valid for one year from the signature date.
- 3The filer has the right to receive a signed copy of IRS Form 15080 (zh-t).
- 4To report misuse or unauthorized use of tax return information, contact the U.S. Treasury Inspector General for Tax Administration (TIGTA) by phone at 1-800-366-4484.
Sources
- SRCForm 15080 (zh-t) is a consent form authorizing disclosure to VITA/TCE sites, as stated on p.1.
- SRCThe federal law mandates that this IRS Form 15080 (zh-t) must be sent to the filer, according to p.1.
- SRCIf no duration is specified for consent, it is valid for one year from the date of signature, per p.1.
- SRCGlobal Carry Forward authorizes TaxSlayer LLC to make tax return information accessible to ANY participating VITA/TCE site until November 30, 2027 (p.1).
- SRCThe Global Carry Forward disclosure includes demographic, financial, and personally identifiable data about the filer, their return, and income sources (p.1).
- SRCIf a filer wishes to limit consent to an earlier date than November 30, 2027, they must state this limitation on p.1.
Common confusion points
Do I have to file this form if I use VITA/TCE services?
The source states you are not obligated, but filing it grants consent for information sharing.
→ Check the "Vous n'êtes pas obligé(e) de remplir ce formulaire..." statement on p.1.
What happens if I don't put an end date on my consent?
If no duration is specified, the consent remains valid for one year from the signature date.
→ Refer to the section detailing validity when the duration is not specified on p.1.
Does this form only apply to TaxSlayer software?
No; it specifically authorizes disclosure to *any* volunteer site participating in VITA
/TCE that uses TaxSlayer LLC's software.
Review the description under "Le Transfert Global (Global Carry Forward)" on p.1.", "When does my consent expire if I don't set a specific date?
→ It expires one year after the signature date, unless you specify otherwise or limit it earlier.
sites using TaxSlayer LLC software) — These sites use the consent granted by this form to access tax return data.
Before: Not stated in the official source — verify on the agency site
After: Not stated in the official source — verify on the agency site
If something goes wrong: Contact TIGTA (U.S. Treasury Inspector General for Tax Administration) to report misuse of data.
Used with: TaxSlayer LLC — This is the software provider whose service enables the Global Carry Forward feature.
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⚠ If something goes wrong
- Contact TIGTA if tax return information has been published or used outside authorized scope.
Questions about IRS Form 15080-FR
What is IRS Form 15080-FR used for?
This form lets you give permission for your tax filing details to be shared with various tax preparation sites participating in the VITA/TCE program. By signing this Form 15080, you authorize the IRS and its partners to use your information for preparing your taxes now and in the future.
Who must file IRS Form 15080-FR?
The taxpayer must file IRS Form 15080 because federal law requires that consent form be sent to them. The filer is defined as the 'contribuable' (taxpayer) on the form.
What information does IRS Form 15080-FR require?
This form collects information regarding your consent for tax return disclosure under Global Carry Forward terms. It requires the principal taxpayer's name and date, and allows for a secondary taxpayer's name and date to be listed.
When is IRS Form 15080-FR due?
If no duration is specified on IRS Form 15080, the consent will be valid for one year starting from the date of signature. The Global Carry Forward consent specifically is valid until November 30, 2027.
Where do I file IRS Form 15080-FR?
The form does not specify a single mailing address; rather, it governs consent for use by VITA/TCE sites. A taxpayer has the right to receive a signed copy of this Form 15080.
How do I complete IRS Form 15080-FR?
First, the taxpayer must read and acknowledge the terms listed on IRS Form 15080. Next, the contributor consents to the disclosure of tax return information as described in the Global Carry Forward terms. Finally, the preparer enters a PIN into the tax software on behalf of the taxpayer to verify acceptance.
What happens if IRS Form 15080-FR is filed incorrectly?
If you believe your tax return information was disclosed or used improperly outside the authorized scope or without permission, you can contact the U.S. Treasury Inspector General for Tax Administration (TIGTA) at 1-800-366-4484.
Do I have to file this form if I use VITA/TCE services?
The source states you are not obligated, but filing it grants consent for information sharing. Check the "Vous n'êtes pas obligé(e) de remplir ce formulaire..." statement on p.1.
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