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Form 15080-PT: 15080 (pt)
IRS Form 15080 (pt) is a Consentimento para divulgar informações da declaração de imposto form filed by taxpayers to allow disclosure of their tax return information for VITA/TCE preparation. The consent remains valid until November 30, 2027.
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IRS Form 15080-PT - 15080 (pt)
IRS Form 15080 (pt) is a Consentimento para divulgar informações da declaração de imposto form filed by taxpayers to allow disclosure of their tax return information for VITA/TCE preparation. The consent remains valid until November 30, 2027.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1Failing to specify a duration will default consent validity to one year from signing.
- 2Failing to sign both primary and secondary taxpayer sections on Form 15080 (pt).
- 3Not specifying a consent duration when wishing for a limit before November 30, 2027.
- 4Limiting the scope of disclosure beyond what is detailed in the form's text.
- 5Failing to acknowledge reading the information (
Plain English
This form gives permission for the IRS to share your tax filing details with local volunteers who help prepare taxes (VITA/TCE). By signing this Form 15080 (pt), you allow them to use your data even if you choose a different preparer next year. If you don't sign it, the disclosure consent may be invalid.
Submission Date
- Filing date: 2025-10-28 22:12:04
- 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 for VITA/TCE preparation services.
- Do not use Form 15080 (pt) if you do not wish to allow the disclosure of your tax return information, even if hiring a preparer.
- Check Form 15080 instead when consenting specifically to Global Carry Forward data sharing for VITA/TCE preparation.
Form selector
Use this form or another form?
Hiring a preparer but only agreeing to disclosure for this year
Consent is valid only for the specified duration or one year if none is stated.
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Willing to allow data sharing across multiple VITA/TCE sites next year
This grants Global Carry Forward access until November 30, 2027.
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Not specifying a duration for consent
The validity period defaults to one year from the signature date if no specific term is provided.
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Deadline or filing window
If you do not limit the disclosure duration on Form 15080 (pt), the consent is valid until November 30, 2027. If you wish to limit it earlier, you must explicitly state that preference; otherwise, the default end date applies.
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What you need before filling it out
Consent to disclosure
Taxpayer signature/date agreement · Form 15080 (pt)
Global Carry Forward term
Consent must be given to allow data sharing with any VITA/TCE site using TaxSlayer next year. · Form 15080 (pt)
Consent duration limit
Must not set a date before November 30, 2027, or consent is denied. · Form 15080 (pt)
Scope of disclosure limitation
Consent must cover all demographic/financial data listed, otherwise consent is denied. · Form 15080 (pt)
TIGTA Contact Phone
1-800-366-4484 · Form 15080 (pt)
Before you submit
- 1Verify the form title reads 'Consentimento para divulgar informações da declaração de imposto aos locais de preparação do VITA/TCE'.
- 2Confirm that you have read and acknowledged the information presented on Form 15080 (pt).
- 3Ensure the date of signature is recorded for both the primary and secondary taxpayer, if applicable.
- 4Verify that the consent covers the Global Carry Forward data sharing term to November 30, 2027.
- 5Check that you have not limited the duration of consent to a date prior to November 30, 2027 (unless desired).
- 6Confirm that the scope of disclosures matches all listed items (demographic and financial data).
- 7If applicable, ensure both primary and secondary taxpayer names are printed clearly in block letters.
How to file this form
- 1Complete the required fields by filling in your name(s), address, SSN, and other relevant tax information on Form 15080 (pt).
- 2Indicate whether you wish to limit the duration of consent or the scope of disclosures as described in the form.
- 3Sign and date the form for the primary taxpayer, then sign and date for any secondary taxpayers.
- 4Keep a copy of the fully executed Form 15080 (pt) for your records.
- 5If submitting to a preparer, provide this signed document along with your tax return information.
Known limitations
- 1The consent is not necessary to file IRS Form 15080 (pt) if a taxpayer does not contract services for tax preparation.
- 2If the filer obtains the signature on this form as a condition for providing VITA/TCE preparation services, the consent becomes invalid.
- 3If the filer does not specify the duration of their consent, its validity period is one year from the date of signing.
- 4The Global Carry Forward feature allows TaxSlayer LLC to share tax information with ANY volunteer site participating in the IRS VITA/TCE program for future tax preparation.
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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 TIGTA contact is provided).
- Signature — Ensure both primary and secondary taxpayer signatures are present if applicable.
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After you file
- 1Keep a copy of the signed Form 15080 (pt) for records.
- 2The consent is valid until November 30, 2027, unless an earlier date is specified by the taxpayer(s).
- 3If information is disclosed or used improperly, contact the Treasury Inspector General for Tax Administration (TIGTA) at 1-800-366-4484.
- 4The filer has the right to receive a copy of this form that has been signed.
Sources
- SRCForm 15080 (pt) is a Consentimento para divulgar informações da declaração de imposto form filed by taxpayers to allow disclosure of their tax return information for VITA/TCE preparation (page 1).
- SRCThe federal law requires receiving this consent form, except when the law authorizes it (page 1).
- SRCIf a filer does not specify the duration of consent on Form 15080 (pt), its validity is one year from the date of signing (page 1).
- SRCThis consent remains valid until November 30, 2027 (page 1).
- SRCThe Global Carry Forward feature allows TaxSlayer LLC to share tax information with ANY volunteer site participating in the IRS VITA/TCE program for future preparation (page 1).
- SRCInformation disclosed includes name, address, DOB, SSN, filing status, occupation, employer name/address, income/deductions/credits, and dependent details (page 1).
Common confusion points
Do I need to fill out Form 15080 (pt) even if I am not hiring VITA/TCE preparers?
The federal law requires receiving this consent form, but it is not necessary to file it if you are not contracting services for tax preparation.
→ Confirm the purpose statement on page 1.
What happens if I sign this form but don't specify how long my consent lasts?
If no duration is specified, the validity of the consent will be one year from the date of signing.
→ Check the 'If you do not specify...' clause on page 1.
Does consenting to Global Carry Forward mean TaxSlayer can share data everywhere forever?
The consent is valid until November 30, 2027, unless the filer limits it earlier; this feature allows sharing with ANY volunteer VITA/TCE site.
→ Review the 'Global Carry Forward' terms on page 1.
Who must sign Form 15080 (pt)?
The form requires signatures for the primary taxpayer and optionally a secondary taxpayer.
→ Look at the signature line fields on page 1.
If I only want to limit what is shared, but not when it ends, do I still need to consent?
If you wish to limit the scope of disclosure beyond what is presented, you must provide consent (otherwise, you negate it).
→ Review the 'Limits of scope' section on page 1.
Does this form cover all my tax information automatically?
The disclosed information includes demographics, financial data, identification data, name, address, DOB, SSN, filing status, occupation, employer details, income/deductions/credits, and dependent information.
→ Compare the list against your specific tax return contents on page 1.
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⚠ If something goes wrong
- The Treasury Inspector General for Tax Administration (TIGTA) is the contact for improper disclosure.
Questions about IRS Form 15080-PT
What is IRS Form 15080-PT used for?
This form gives permission for the IRS to share your tax filing details with local volunteers who help prepare taxes (VITA/TCE). By signing this Form 15080 (pt), you allow them to use your data even if you choose a different preparer next year. If you don't sign it, the disclosure consent may be invalid.
Who must file IRS Form 15080-PT?
The filer category is the taxpayer(s) who are providing the consent for the disclosure of their tax return information.
What information does IRS Form 15080-PT require?
The form collects personal data such as name, address, date of birth, and SSN. It also gathers financial details like income sources, claimed deductions, and credits included in the tax filing.
When is IRS Form 15080-PT due?
If you do not specify a duration for your consent on Form 15080 (pt), its validity period is one year from the date of your signature. The Global Carry Forward consent specifically remains valid until November 30, 2027.
Where do I file IRS Form 15080-PT?
The form does not state a specific mailing address; however, it allows for consent to be granted for use by any volunteer VITA/TCE site participating in the IRS program that uses TaxSlayer.
How do I complete IRS Form 15080-PT?
The taxpayer(s) read the information and then sign to grant consent. The form allows a primary and secondary taxpayer to provide their signature and date. If granting Global Carry Forward, the preparer may include a PIN in the tax software to verify agreement with these terms.
What happens if IRS Form 15080-PT is filed incorrectly?
If you believe your tax information has been disclosed or used improperly without authorization, contacting TIGTA (Treasury Inspector General for Tax Administration) at 1-800-366-4484 is required.
Do I need to fill out Form 15080 (pt) even if I am not hiring VITA/TCE preparers?
The federal law requires receiving this consent form, but it is not necessary to file it if you are not contracting services for tax preparation. Confirm the purpose statement on page 1.
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