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Form 15080-PL: 15080 (pl)
IRS Form 15080 (pl) is a consent form used to allow tax data disclosure for taxpayers utilizing VITA/TCE software. This form establishes the terms under which federal authorities can release your tax information.
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IRS Form 15080-PL - 15080 (pl)
IRS Form 15080 (pl) is a consent form used to allow tax data disclosure for taxpayers utilizing VITA/TCE software. This form establishes the terms under which federal authorities can release your tax information.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1Failing to specify an end date for your consent means it defaults to being valid through November 30, 2027.
- 2Failing to specify an end date for consent defaults validity to November 30, 2027.
- 3Not allowing disclosure means future VITA/TCE centers cannot use previous year's data automatically.
- 4If the taxpayer limits scope but fails to sign, the limitation may not be legally binding.
- 5Failing to provide a date for secondary filer signatures compromises joint consent documentation.
Plain English
This form allows you, the taxpayer, to give permission for your tax filing information to be shared with others. Specifically, it enables a feature called Global Carry Forward so that if you use different VITA/TCE service centers in future years, they still have access to your data. If you sign this form, the consent remains valid for a set period.
Submission Date
- Filing date: 2025-10-28 22:12:09
- 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 a taxpayer wishes to grant permission for their tax data to be disclosed under Global Carry Forward terms to other VITA/TCE centers using TaxSlayer LLC software in subsequent tax years.
- Do not use this form when the taxpayer does not wish to participate in the Global Carry Forward feature, although they do not need it to utilize VITA/TCE services for the current year.
- Check Form 15080 (pl) itself instead when you are granting consent specifically for data disclosure under the Global Carry Forward terms.
Form selector
Use this form or another form?
Taxpayer is using a different VITA/TCE software provider
The form covers data sharing between centers using TaxSlayer LLC's software.
✓ Check Form 15080 (pl)
Taxpayer wants to limit the disclosure period before November 30, 2027
This form allows limiting the validity date below the default one-year term or the maximum date provided.
✓ Check Form 15080 (pl)
Taxpayer wishes to restrict the types of data shared beyond the listed items
The form permits narrowing the scope of information disclosed more than what is presented on the document.
✓ Check Form 15080 (pl)
Deadline or filing window
The Global Carry Forward consent is specifically stated to be valid up to November 30, 2027. If the taxpayer does not limit the validity period, the consent automatically lasts for one year from the date of signing. The form allows taxpayers to actively restrict this validity date if they choose.
Checklist
What you need before filling it out
Global Carry Forward
TaxSlayer LLC software providers · Form 15080 (pl)
Maximum Validity Date
November 30, 2027 · Form 15080 (pl)
Required Data Disclosure Items
Name and surname, SSN, DOB, Address, etc. · Form 15080 (pl)
Default Validity Period
One year from the date of signing · Form 15080 (pl)
Contact for Misconduct/Disclosure Issues
1-800-366-4484 or TIGTA website · Form 15080 (pl)
Before you submit
- 1Confirm that the taxpayer has read and agreed to the Global Carry Forward terms.
- 2Verify that the primary taxpayer's name is printed in block letters on Form 15080 (pl).
- 3Ensure the primary taxpayer signs and dates the form where indicated.
- 4If applicable, verify that the secondary taxpayer's name is printed in block letters.
- 5Confirm that the secondary taxpayer signs and dates the form if they are a co-filer.
- 6Check that the limitations on validity or scope (if chosen) have been correctly documented by the filer.
- 7Verify that the consent explicitly allows the use of the PIN for verification purposes.
How to file this form
- 1Review Form 15080 (pl) to confirm agreement with Global Carry Forward terms and data disclosure scope.
- 2Complete all required fields, including listing names, addresses, SSNs, and income sources of the taxpayer(s).
- 3Sign and date the form in the designated areas for both primary and secondary taxpayers.
- 4Keep a copy of the signed Form 15080 (pl) for personal records.
- 5Submit the completed and signed form to the relevant VITA/TCE center or TaxSlayer LLC provider.
Known limitations
- 1A taxpayer does not need to complete IRS Form 15080 (pl) to utilize VITA/TCE services.
- 2If a taxpayer signs this form but agrees to use the services without it, the consent may lack legal force.
- 3The Global Carry Forward benefit only applies if the taxpayer uses a different VITA or TCE partner in the following year.
- 4The default validity period for consent is one year from the date of signing unless a specific period is defined by the taxpayer.
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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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- Edition date — confirm the revision reads 10-2025
- Fee — Not stated in the official source
- Mailing address — Not stated in the official source, but contact information for TIGTA is provided.
- Signature — verify that signatures are present for both primary and secondary taxpayers (if applicable)
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After you file
- 1Keep a copy of the signed IRS Form 15080 (pl) to retain proof of consent.
- 2The consent granted via this form will be valid until November 30, 2027, unless an earlier date is specified by the taxpayer.
- 3If the taxpayer believes their tax data was disclosed or used improperly without authorization, they can contact the General Inspector of State Tax Administration at 1-800-366-4484.
- 4The taxpayer has the right to receive a signed copy of this document.
Sources
- SRCForm 15080 (pl) is a consent form allowing tax data disclosure for VITA/TCE software users (Instructions p.1).
- SRCFederal law requires the taxpayer to be provided this Form 15080 (pl) before disclosing their tax information (Instructions p.1).
- SRCIf the taxpayer consents, the agreement is valid for a period they specify; if no period is specified, it lasts one year from signing (Instructions p.1).
- SRCThe Global Carry Forward allows TaxSlayer LLC to share data with any chosen VITA/TCE center in the following tax year (Instructions p.1).
- SRCThis consent is valid until November 30, 2027, inclusive (Instructions p.1).
- SRCDisclosed information includes demographics, financial details, name, address, DOB, phone, SSN, filing type, occupation, employer name/address, and income/deduction amounts (Instructions p.1).
Common confusion points
When does my consent expire?
The default expiration is one year from signing, but it is valid until November 30, 2027, if no other date is specified.
→ Check the signature section to see if a specific end date was written.
What happens if I sign this form but don't use VITA/TCE right away?
The consent remains active and can be used when you choose to enroll in a partner program later, up to the expiration date.
→ Confirm the scope of Global Carry Forward applies to any chosen partner using TaxSlayer.
Does signing this form mean my data is shared with everyone?
No; it allows sharing with *each* center selected by the taxpayer for preparation services in the following tax year.
→ Verify that the consent specifically mentions 'Global Carry Forward' and selection of centers.
Can I limit what information is shared?
Yes, the taxpayer can specify a narrower scope of disclosure than what is listed on the form.
→ Look at the section titled 'Ograniczenie zakresu ujawnienia' to confirm limitations were set.
What if my tax data is used outside of VITA/TCE services?
Federal law might not protect the taxpayer from further dissemination even if they consent via this form.
→ Read the introductory paragraph regarding federal law requirements for disclosure.
Who needs to sign this form?
The primary taxpayer must sign, and a secondary taxpayer may also sign (if applicable).
→ Check the signature lines: 'Imię i nazwisko drukowanymi literami oraz podpis głównego płatnika podatku' and 'Data'.
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⚠ If something goes wrong
- Contact General Inspector of State Tax Administration regarding misuse or unauthorized disclosure.
Questions about IRS Form 15080-PL
What is IRS Form 15080-PL used for?
This form allows you, the taxpayer, to give permission for your tax filing information to be shared with others. Specifically, it enables a feature called Global Carry Forward so that if you use different VITA/TCE service centers in future years, they still have access to your data. If you sign this form, the consent remains valid for a set period.
Who must file IRS Form 15080-PL?
The taxpayer must file IRS Form 15080 (pl) to grant permission for their tax information to be disclosed under the Global Carry Forward terms.
What information does IRS Form 15080-PL require?
The form collects various data points that are subject to disclosure, including your name and surname, address, date of birth, Social Security Number (SSN), type of filing, occupation, employer's name and address, and income/deduction amounts. It also covers dependents listed on the tax return.
When is IRS Form 15080-PL due?
The consent granted by the taxpayer is valid for a period they specify; if no period is specified, the consent has legal force for one year from the date of signing.
How do I complete IRS Form 15080-PL?
The taxpayer must first read and agree to the terms regarding consent limitation and scope. The primary filer signs and prints their name, while a secondary filer may also sign and print their name. Finally, the taxpayer confirms they have reviewed these stipulations by signing the form.
What happens if IRS Form 15080-PL is filed incorrectly?
If a taxpayer believes their tax data has been disclosed or used improperly without permission, contacting the General Inspector of the Treasury for Tax Administration (TIGTA) allows them to address the issue.
When does my consent expire?
The default expiration is one year from signing, but it is valid until November 30, 2027, if no other date is specified. Check the signature section to see if a specific end date was written.
What happens if I sign this form but don't use VITA/TCE right away?
The consent remains active and can be used when you choose to enroll in a partner program later, up to the expiration date. Confirm the scope of Global Carry Forward applies to any chosen partner using TaxSlayer.
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