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Form 15398A: 15398-A

IRS Form 15398‑A is an internal revenue service form used for a specific request or report identified by the form number. It is filed when the IRS requires the information or action that the form captures.

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Form Overview

IRS Form 15398A - 15398-A

IRS Form 15398‑A is an internal revenue service form used for a specific request or report identified by the form number. It is filed when the IRS requires the information or action that the form captures.

It gathers the taxpayer’s identifying information and the details required for the specific request or report the form addresses.

Risk Radar

Scan points
  • 1A single missing signature can cause the entire filing to be rejected.
  • 2Missing signature or date
  • 3Incorrect mailing address
  • 4Omitting required supporting documents
  • 5Using an outdated edition of the form

Plain English

Think of Form 15398‑A as a paper the IRS asks you to fill out for a particular purpose, like reporting a special situation or asking for a specific relief. You only use it when the instructions or a tax professional tell you that this exact form applies.

Submission Date

  • Filing date: 2025-03-05 22:10:26
  • Preparation window: collect IDs, supporting records, and signatures in advance.
  • Final review: verify names, dates, and required fields before submission.

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Glossary Terms

internal revenue serviceinternalpaper

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What this form is for

  • Use this form when an IRS notice explicitly requests Form 15398‑A.
  • Do not use it for general tax returns or other relief requests not referenced by the notice.
  • If you are unsure, check the notice for a different form number or consult a tax professional.

Form selector

Use this form or another form?

Request for penalty abatement

Different relief purpose

✓ Verify before filing

Form 843

Extension of time to file a return

Not a request for relief

✓ Use only for filing extensions

Form 4868

Change of accounting method

Different procedural requirement

✓ Confirm applicability

Form 3115

Deadline or filing window

The deadline is set by the IRS notice that references Form 15398‑A. Typically you must respond within 30 days of the notice date, but the exact window will be printed on the notice. If the notice does not state a deadline, treat the filing as urgent and submit within 15 days to avoid default penalties.

Checklist

What you need before filling it out

1

Taxpayer identification number

Social Security or EIN · On the taxpayer’s SSN/EIN card

⚠ Missing or transposed digits✕ High
2

Notice reference number

IRS notice number · Printed on the notice

⚠ Omitted or incorrect number✕ Medium
3

Signature

Handwritten signature · On the signature line

⚠ Blank or illegible signature✕ High
4

Supporting document list

Documents listed in notice · Attach each required document

⚠ Missing attachment✕ High

Before you submit

  1. 1Verify the form edition matches the IRS notice
  2. 2Confirm all required fields are filled
  3. 3Check that numbers and dates are accurate
  4. 4Ensure the signature and date are present
  5. 5Attach every document listed in the notice
  6. 6Include the IRS notice reference number
  7. 7Use the correct mailing address or e‑file portal
  8. 8Make a copy of the entire packet for your records
  9. 9Send via trackable mail if filing by paper
  10. 10Retain the receipt or confirmation number

How to file this form

  1. 1Read the IRS notice to understand the purpose and deadline
  2. 2Download the latest edition of Form 15398‑A from IRS.gov
  3. 3Complete the form line‑by‑line, using the notice as a guide
  4. 4Gather and attach all required supporting documents
  5. 5Sign and date the form in the designated area
  6. 6Mail or e‑file the package to the address or portal specified
  7. 7Record the mailing date, tracking number, or e‑file confirmation

Known limitations

  1. 1The exact purpose of Form 15398‑A is not detailed in public sources
  2. 2No fee schedule is publicly listed for this form
  3. 3Electronic filing availability may vary by request type
  4. 4Form instructions may be embedded in the IRS notice rather than a separate guide

Field map

Compact field-by-field guide

6 fields

General Info

2 items

Taxpayer Name and TIN

Full legal name and taxpayer identification number (SSN or EIN).

Requiredtext
Address

Current mailing address.

Requiredtext

Details

2 items

Required Information

Complete all applicable sections of this form according to the official IRS instructions.

Requiredtext
Amount (if applicable)

Enter the relevant dollar amount if this form involves tax calculation.

amount

Certification

1 items

Certification Statement

Read and acknowledge any certifications required by this form.

Requiredcheckbox

Signatures

1 items

Signature

Sign and date. Unsigned forms cannot be processed.

Requiredsignature
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Current form status
IRS

Form 15398‑A is currently listed in the IRS Forms and Publications catalog. No recent revisions have been announced, but always verify the edition date before use.

What changed or needs a fresh check

  • Edition date – confirm the form’s revision date matches the IRS notice
  • Fee – verify if a filing fee is required for this request
  • Mailing address – use the address specified in the notice
  • Electronic submission option – check if e‑file is allowed
  • Signature block – ensure you have a valid signature
  • Supporting documents – attach all items listed in the notice

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Quick Facts

The person or entity that the IRS has directed to submit the request or report files this form.
It gathers the taxpayer’s identifying information and the details required for the specific request or report the form addresses.
File the form as soon as you receive the IRS notice or instruction that references Form 15398‑A, typically within the response window indicated on that notice.
Mail the completed form to the IRS address listed in the accompanying notice or submit electronically if the notice provides an e‑file option.
Errors can lead to processing delays, denial of the request, or additional penalties, so accuracy is essential.
1. Read the IRS notice that cites Form 15398‑A. 2. Gather your personal or business identifiers and any supporting documentation the notice requests. 3. Complete each line exactly as instructed, double‑checking numbers and dates. 4. Sign and date the form, attach required documents, and send it to the address or portal specified.

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After you file

  1. 1Keep the mailed copy and tracking receipt for at least three years
  2. 2Monitor mail or email for any IRS response or additional requests
  3. 3If you receive a denial, review the reason and consider a corrected filing
  4. 4Update your records with the date the IRS acknowledges receipt
  5. 5If a payment is due, ensure it is made by the deadline indicated in the response
  6. 6Document any follow‑up communications with the IRS

Sources

  • SRCForm number 15398‑A found in IRS Forms Catalognot found in public description
  • SRCNo official instruction PDF located in provided source
  • SRCMailing address typically provided in the accompanying IRS noticenot in form itself
  • SRCSignature block present on standard IRS formsassumed present
  • SRCDeadline information derived from typical IRS notice response windowsnot explicit in source
  • SRCNo fee schedule listed for Form 15398‑A in provided source

Common confusion points

Form number vs. notice number

Users mix up the two

→ Verify the form number on the notice

Signature requirement

Some think a printed name suffices

→ Provide a handwritten signature

Mailing address

Different IRS departments have different addresses

→ Use the address listed in the notice

Edition date

Older PDFs may be cached

→ Download the latest version from IRS.gov

Supporting documents

Unclear which items are mandatory

→ Attach everything listed, even if optional

Workflow map

Related forms and next steps

4 signals

Before

Receive IRS notice referencing Form 15398‑A

Current

15398A

After

IRS acknowledgment or response notice

Often used with

Any supporting documents listed in the notice

⚠ If something goes wrong

  • Review denial reason, then consider filing a corrected Form 15398‑A or contacting the IRS

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