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Form 15080-RU: 15080 (ru)
IRS Form 15080 is a consent form that authorizes the disclosure of a taxpayer’s return information to VITA/TCE volunteer programs. The consent remains effective until 30 November 2027 unless the taxpayer specifies a shorter period.
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IRS Form 15080-RU - 15080 (ru)
IRS Form 15080 is a consent form that authorizes the disclosure of a taxpayer’s return information to VITA/TCE volunteer programs. The consent remains effective until 30 November 2027 unless the taxpayer specifies a shorter period.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1Signing the form without a valid expiration date defaults the consent to one year, potentially extending disclosure longer than intended.
- 2Leaving the expiration date blank when you intended a specific end date, causing the consent to default to one year.
- 3Failing to sign as the primary taxpayer, which makes the consent invalid.
- 4Omitting the secondary taxpayer’s signature and date when a joint return is filed.
- 5Not providing the required personal identifiers (SSN, DOB, address), preventing the form from being processed.
Plain English
This form lets you agree that your tax‑return data can be shared with volunteer income‑tax assistance (VITA) or Tax Counseling for the Elderly (TCE) programs. You can choose to let any future VITA/TCE site using TaxSlayer software access your current year’s information, or limit the sharing. If you do not set an end date, the permission lasts one year from the date you sign.
Submission Date
- Filing date: 2025-10-28 22:12:07
- 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 wants to give consent for the disclosure of their tax return information to VITA/TCE volunteer programs, including global carry forward.
- Do not use it when the taxpayer does not wish to authorize disclosure of their return information to any third parties.
Form selector
Use this form or another form?
Need consent for Global Carry Forward data sharing
Consent required to allow any VITA/TCE volunteer organization to access your return data
✓ Confirm the consent expiration date before proceeding
Only using current-year VITA/TCE partner without data sharing
Form still available but consent not required for this year
✓ Verify that you are not providing unnecessary consent
Desire a signed copy of the consent for your records
The form includes a statement granting a copy upon request
✓ Ensure you request and retain the signed copy
Deadline or filing window
Not stated in the official source
Checklist
What you need before filling it out
Consent period
Date range or end date · Section where taxpayer writes consent expiration
Primary taxpayer signature
Signature and date · Signature line at bottom
Secondary taxpayer signature
Signature and date (if joint) · Second signature line
Taxpayer name
Printed name of primary taxpayer · Name field above signature
TIGTA contact info
Phone number 1‑800‑366‑4484 · Notice at bottom of form
Before you submit
- 1Verify the revision date reads 10‑2025 on the form header.
- 2Confirm the catalog number 75038U appears on the form.
- 3Enter a consent expiration date or accept the default one‑year period.
- 4Print the form legibly and fill in required personal information.
- 5Sign and date the primary taxpayer line.
- 6If filing jointly, sign and date the secondary taxpayer line.
- 7Review the disclosed information list to ensure you understand what will be shared.
- 8Ensure the Global Carry Forward consent does not exceed 30 November 2027 unless you set an earlier date.
- 9Keep a signed copy for your records.
How to file this form
- 1Review the form to confirm it is the Rev. 10‑2025 edition.
- 2Decide whether to give consent for Global Carry Forward and enter the desired expiration date (or leave blank for the default one‑year period).
- 3Print the form and fill in your name, address, and other required information.
- 4Sign and date the primary taxpayer line (and the secondary line if applicable).
- 5Retain a signed copy for your records as proof of filing.
- 6Submit the completed form to the VITA/TCE program or TaxSlayer LLC as instructed, obtaining a receipt or acknowledgment.
Known limitations
- 1The form is not required for the VITA/TCE partner preparing the taxpayer’s return in the current tax year.
- 2The form does not apply if the taxpayer refuses to give any consent for disclosure.
- 3If the taxpayer does not specify an expiration date, the consent is effective for one year from the signing date.
- 4The consent cannot extend beyond 30 November 2027 unless the taxpayer sets an earlier expiration date.
- 5The taxpayer may decline to limit the scope of disclosed information; the form does not force a limitation.
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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->Form 15080 (ru) is the October 2025 revision (Rev. 10‑2025). The source does not reference a separate latest‑information page or note any changes from prior editions.
What changed or needs a fresh check
- Edition date — confirm the revision reads Rev. 10‑2025
- Fee — Not stated in the official source
- Mailing address — Not stated in the official source
- Signature — confirm that the primary taxpayer signs and dates the form
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After you file
- 1Retain the signed Form 15080 (ru) for personal records.
- 2Keep the copy for at least the duration of the consent period (up to 30 Nov 2027) in case of disputes.
- 3If the taxpayer believes the return information was disclosed improperly, contact TIGTA at 1-800-366-4484.
- 4Request a signed copy of the form from the preparer if not already received.
- 5Verify that the PIN entered in the tax‑preparation software matches the consent on the form.
- 6Store the form in a secure location to protect personal identifiers.
Sources
- SRCForm p.1 — the form is not required for the VITA/TCE partner preparing the return this year.
- SRCForm p.1 — if the taxpayer does not specify a consent period, it is effective for one year from signing.
- SRCForm p.1 — the consent is valid until 30 November 2027 unless a shorter date is indicated.
- SRCForm p.1 — the taxpayer may refuse to give any consent for disclosure.
- SRCForm p.1 — the taxpayer may decline to limit the scope of disclosed information.
- SRCForm p.1 — contact TIGTA at 1‑800‑366‑4484 to report unauthorized disclosure.
- SRCForm p.1 — the form includes a place for the taxpayer’s signature and date.
- SRCNot stated in the official source — verify on the agency site
Common confusion points
Can I skip signing this form and still use VITA services?
The form is optional for current‑year preparation
→ Confirm that the preparer does not require a signature for this year’s filing.
What happens if I don’t write an expiration date?
The source says the consent defaults to one year
→ Check that the consent period is set to one year from the signing date.
Is my information shared with any VITA organization forever?
Consent is limited to 30 Nov 2027 unless you set an earlier date
→ Verify the expiration date on the form is no later than 30 Nov 2027.
Can I limit which parts of my return are disclosed?
The form allows you to refuse limiting the scope
→ Ensure you have not checked a box that restricts disclosure beyond what is stated.
Do I need to give consent for the VITA partner who prepares my return this year?
Consent is not needed for the current‑year partner
→ Confirm no signature is required for this year’s preparer.
What should I do if I suspect misuse of my tax data?
The source provides TIGTA contact for reporting misuse
→ Call 1‑800‑366‑4484 and reference the signed Form 15080.
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⚠ If something goes wrong
- Form 15080 – report misuse to TIGTA at 1-800-366-4484.
Questions about IRS Form 15080-RU
What is IRS Form 15080-RU used for?
This form lets you agree that your tax‑return data can be shared with volunteer income‑tax assistance (VITA) or Tax Counseling for the Elderly (TCE) programs. You can choose to let any future VITA/TCE site using TaxSlayer software access your current year’s information, or limit the sharing. If you do not set an end date, the permission lasts one year from the date you sign.
Who must file IRS Form 15080-RU?
The taxpayer(s) who wish to permit VITA/TCE programs to view their tax‑return information must complete the form.
What information does IRS Form 15080-RU require?
The form collects the taxpayer’s name, address, date of birth, phone number, Social Security number, filing status, occupation, employer details, income amounts, deductions, and dependent information, and requires signatures and dates.
When is IRS Form 15080-RU due?
If you do not specify an expiration date, the consent is valid for one year from the signing date; otherwise it can be set to expire as late as 30 November 2027.
How do I complete IRS Form 15080-RU?
Enter the required personal and tax information in the designated fields, choose the desired expiration date (or leave blank for a one‑year default), indicate whether you grant global carry‑forward consent, and sign and date the form. If a secondary taxpayer is listed, they must also sign and date. Finally, authorize the preparer to enter a PIN in the software to confirm the consent.
What happens if IRS Form 15080-RU is filed incorrectly?
Providing consent without proper signatures or incorrect expiration dates can lead to unauthorized disclosure and may trigger an investigation by the Treasury Inspector General for Tax Administration (TIGTA).
Can I skip signing this form and still use VITA services?
The form is optional for current‑year preparation Confirm that the preparer does not require a signature for this year’s filing.
What happens if I don’t write an expiration date?
The source says the consent defaults to one year Check that the consent period is set to one year from the signing date.
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