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Form 15106: Request for Updated Taxpayer Information
IRS Form 15106 is a Request for Updated Taxpayer Information used to help the Internal Revenue Service locate a taxpayer when address or contact details have changed. The form reflects the July 2017 edition.
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IRS Form 15106 - Request for Updated Taxpayer Information
IRS Form 15106 is a Request for Updated Taxpayer Information used to help the Internal Revenue Service locate a taxpayer when address or contact details have changed. The form reflects the July 2017 edition.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1Omitting the taxpayer’s name prevents the IRS from locating the person.
- 2Leaving the taxpayer name field blank.
- 3Omitting the case reference number.
- 4Failing to provide the current taxpayer address.
- 5Not indicating a new address when the taxpayer has moved.
Plain English
This form lets the IRS gather current contact details for a taxpayer whose address is unknown or has moved. You provide the taxpayer’s name, case number, old and new address, phone numbers, employer info, and any other clues that might help locate them.
Submission Date
- Filing date: 2024-01-25 22:10:27
- 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 the IRS needs updated address or contact information to locate a taxpayer.
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Use this form or another form?
Taxpayer moved and left no forwarding address
IRS lacks current address to deliver mail
✓ Confirm case reference number is entered
Mail delivered to address given but taxpayer no longer resides there
Need updated address for accurate records
✓ Verify new address option selected
Box holder's street address is unknown
IRS requires precise location to locate taxpayer
✓ Ensure box holder information is provided if known
Deadline or filing window
Not stated in the official source.
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What you need before filling it out
Taxpayer name
Taxpayer name · Form 15106
Taxpayer address
Address details · Form 15106
Home telephone
Home phone number · Form 15106
Work telephone
Work phone number · Form 15106
Employer name and address
Employer information · Form 15106
Before you submit
- 1Enter the taxpayer’s full name as shown on IRS records.
- 2Provide the case reference number if available.
- 3Fill in the taxpayer’s current address, city, state, and zip code.
- 4Select the appropriate address condition (New Address, Not known, Moved, etc.).
- 5Supply any known home telephone number.
- 6Supply any known work telephone number.
- 7Enter the employer’s name and address if known.
- 8Add any other information that may help locate the taxpayer.
How to file this form
- 1Complete all required fields on Form 15106.
- 2Sign the form where indicated.
- 3Place the signed form in an envelope.
- 4Mail the envelope to the IRS address provided on the form.
- 5Keep a copy of the mailed form for your records.
Known limitations
- 1The form does not specify any filing fee; official source lists Fee — Not stated in the official source, so confirm none applies.
- 2Mailing address is absent from the official source; you must verify the correct IRS destination on the agency’s website before sending.
- 3Signature requirement is not described; official source notes Signature — Not stated in the official source, so ensure you include a signature if normally required.
- 4The edition date must read 07/17; if the form shows a different revision, you should obtain the latest version before filing.
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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 15106 (July 2017) is the current edition; the source shows the revision date 07/17 and does not reference a newer version.
What changed or needs a fresh check
- Edition date — confirm the revision date reads 07/17 as shown on the form.
- Fee — Not stated in the official source
- Mailing address — Not stated in the official source
- Signature — Not stated in the official source
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After you file
- 1Retain a complete copy of the signed Form 15106 for your records before mailing it to the IRS.
- 2Confirm the revision date reads 07/17 on the form; if it differs, acquire the current edition to avoid processing delays.
- 3Check the IRS website for any updated mailing instructions or address changes, because the official source does not state a mailing address.
- 4Monitor your mail or electronic IRS account for acknowledgment; the form’s purpose is locating a taxpayer, so expect a response confirming receipt.
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Questions about IRS Form 15106
What is IRS Form 15106 used for?
This form lets the IRS gather current contact details for a taxpayer whose address is unknown or has moved. You provide the taxpayer’s name, case number, old and new address, phone numbers, employer info, and any other clues that might help locate them.
What information does IRS Form 15106 require?
The form collects the taxpayer’s name, case reference number, current address, any new address, home and work telephone numbers, employer name and address, and any other locating information.
How do I complete IRS Form 15106?
Enter the taxpayer’s name and case reference number at the top. Provide the current address and any new address or other location details. Add known home and work phone numbers, employer name and address, and any additional information that may help locate the taxpayer. Submit the completed form to the IRS as instructed.
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