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Form 4506-T: Request for Transcript of Tax Return
IRS Form 4506-T is a Request for Transcript of Tax Return used by taxpayers to obtain copies of their filed tax return information. This request must be received by the IRS within 120 days of the date signed.
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IRS Form 4506-T - Request for Transcript of Tax Return
IRS Form 4506-T is a Request for Transcript of Tax Return used by taxpayers to obtain copies of their filed tax return information. This request must be received by the IRS within 120 days of the date signed.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1The form will not be processed if you fail to check the required acknowledgement box in the signature area.
- 2Filing without completing all applicable lines before signing the Form 4506-T.
- 3Signing the form with a name different from how it appears on the original tax return.
- 4Failing to check the acknowledgment box in the signature area of the form.
- 5Not providing the required SSN or EIN when requesting a transcript.
Plain English
This form allows a taxpayer to ask the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) for official copies of their tax returns. By submitting Form 4506-T, individuals can receive transcripts showing wages, taxable income, and other financial details from their filed return. Taxpayers must complete this form before sending it in.
Submission Date
- Filing date: The IRS must receive Form 4506-T within 120 days of the date signed by the taxpayer. For fiscal tax years, taxpayers must file this form to request a return transcript.
- 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 needs to request a transcript of their tax return information from the IRS.
- Do not use Form 4506-T when you only need a copy of your W-2 or Form 1099; use Form 4506 for that instead.
- Check Form 4506 instead when requesting copies of tax returns, which includes all attachments.
Form selector
Use this form or another form?
Filing a fiscal year return
Must file this form to request a return transcript.
✓ Check the 'Year or period requested' line.
Requesting detailed information
Requesting the Record of Account provides the most detailed information.
✓ Select the appropriate checkbox on Line 6.
Filing an individual return (Form 1040 series)
This form is used for individuals filing returns like Form 1040.
✓ Ensure Line 1a or 2a reflects your correct name.
Deadline or filing window
Form 4506-T must be submitted to the IRS within 120 days of the date signed by the taxpayer. If a taxpayer has a fiscal tax year (starting and ending in different calendar years), filing this form is required to request a return transcript. No extension period is mentioned for this specific request.
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What you need before filling it out
Line 1a/2a
Taxpayer's name shown on the return · Line 1a or 2a
Line 3 (Address)
Current address, city, state, and ZIP code · Line 3
Line 6
Tax form number (e.g., 1040, 1065) · Line 6
Line 9 (Year/Period)
End date of the requested tax year or period in mm/dd/yyyy format · Line 9
Customer File Number (Line 5)
Optional Customer File Number · Line 5
Signature Section
Signature of taxpayer(s) · Bottom of page
Before you submit
- 1Confirm all applicable lines have been completed before signing.
- 2Verify the current revision date reads 04/25.
- 3Ensure Line 1b contains your first social security number, individual taxpayer identification number, or employer identification number.
- 4If filing jointly, confirm Line 2a includes the spouse’s name shown on the tax return.
- 5Verify Line 9 shows the end date of the period you are requesting in mm/dd/yyyy format (e.g., 12/31/2018).
- 6Confirm that the appropriate checkbox on Line 6 matches the transcript type requested.
- 7If mailing, verify your address falls under the correct chart location for individual transcripts.
How to file this form
- 1Complete Lines 1a, 2a, and 3 with your name, spouse's name (if joint), and current address details.
- 2Enter the specific tax form number on Line 6 and check the corresponding box to identify the transcript you need.
- 3Specify the requested year or period on Line 9 using the mm/dd/yyyy format, ensuring each quarter is listed separately if applicable.
- 4Sign the declaration section, confirming you are authorized to obtain the tax information requested (at least one spouse must sign for a joint return).
- 5Mail or fax the completed Form 4506-T using the location specified in the Chart for individual transcripts.
Known limitations
- 1The form must be completed and signed before being sent to the IRS; otherwise, it may be rejected if incomplete or illegible (Form 4506-T).
- 2Taxpayers using a fiscal tax year (beginning in one calendar year and ending in the following year) must file Form 4506-T to request a return transcript.
- 3If a third party cannot accept a Tax Transcript mailed to the taxpayer, they may contract with an existing IVES participant or become an IVES participant themselves (Form 4506-T).
- 4Transcripts only display partial personal information, such as the last four digits of the taxpayer's Social Security Number; full financial and tax information is shown on the transcript (Form 4506-T).
Field map
Compact field-by-field guide
Taxpayer
2 items
Exact name and SSN as shown on the return being requested.
Required for joint returns.
Request
2 items
Select: Return Transcript (line-by-line), Account Transcript (payments/balance), Record of Account, Wage & Income Transcript, or Verification of Nonfiling.
Tax period(s) being requested. Up to 4 years on one form.
Delivery
1 items
If sending directly to a lender or court: name, address, and phone number of recipient.
Sign
1 items
Taxpayer or authorized representative must sign.
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Fillable formOpen in Editor->The current edition of IRS Form 4506-T is Revision 4-2025, dated April 2025. The form directs users to www.irs.gov/form4506t for the latest information and any recent developments.
What changed or needs a fresh check
- Edition date — confirm the revision reads 04/25.
- Mailing address — confirm you are using the chart for individual transcripts (Form 1040 series) if filing in a specific location.
- Signature — confirm that all applicable lines have been completed before signing.
- Transcript type — confirm the appropriate box on Line 6 is checked to indicate what transcript is requested.
- Customer File Number — check if you possess one, as this field is optional but can be used for identification.
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After you file
- 1Keep a copy of the signed Form 4506-T for your records.
- 2The request must be received by the IRS within 120 days of the signature date (Form 4506-T).
- 3If signing as a corporate officer, 1 percent or more shareholder, partner, managing member, guardian, tax matters partner, executor, receiver, administrator, trustee, or party other than the taxpayer, certify that you have the authority to execute Form 4506-T (Form 4506-T).
- 4If applying for a joint return, at least one spouse must sign Form 4506-T.
- 5Routine uses of this information include giving it to the Department of Justice for civil and criminal litigation, and cities, states, the District of Columbia, and U.S. commonwealths and possessions for use in administering their tax laws (Form 4506-T).
Sources
- SRCInstructions p.1 — Do not sign this form unless all applicable lines have been completed, and a rejection may occur if it is incomplete or illegible (Form 4506-T).
- SRCInstructions p.1 — A request must be received by the IRS within 120 days of the signature date (Form 4506-T).
- SRCInstructions p.1 — If signing as a corporate officer, etc., you certify that you have the authority to execute Form 4506-T on behalf of the taxpayer.
- SRCInstructions p.2 — The purpose of Form 4506-T is to request tax return information (Form 4506-T).
- SRCInstructions p.2 — Taxpayers using a fiscal tax year must file Form 4506-T to request a return transcript.
- SRCInstructions p.2 — If unsure of the required transcript type, request the Record of Account as it provides the most detailed information (Form 4506-T).
Common confusion points
Do I need to provide a Customer File Number?
The field is optional on Form 4506-T, but it can be used when requesting a transcript and will print on the document (Form 4506-T).
What should I enter for the 'Period Requested'?
Enter the end date of the tax year or period requested in mm/dd/yyyy format; this may represent a calendar year, fiscal year, or quarter (Form 4506-T).
When must I submit Form 4506-T?
The form must be received by the IRS within 120 days of the date it is signed (Form 4506-T).
What if I'm unsure what transcript to ask for?
Requesting the Record of Account provides the most detailed information available from the IRS (Form 4506-T).
Do all taxpayers need to fill out Form 4506-T?
You are not required to request any transcript; however, if you do request one, sections 6103 and 6109 require providing identifying information like your SSN or EIN (Form 4506-T).
How do I file Form 4506-T if I live abroad?
Mail or fax the form to the IRS using the chart provided, depending on whether you are in a foreign country, American Samoa, Puerto Rico, Guam, the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, the U.S. Virgin Islands, or A.P.O./F.P.O. (Form 4506-T).
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Questions about IRS Form 4506-T
What is IRS Form 4506-T used for?
This form allows a taxpayer to ask the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) for official copies of their tax returns. By submitting Form 4506-T, individuals can receive transcripts showing wages, taxable income, and other financial details from their filed return. Taxpayers must complete this form before sending it in.
Who must file IRS Form 4506-T?
Taxpayers must file IRS Form 4506-T to request tax return information. Corporations generally have the authority to sign the form on behalf of the entity.
What information does IRS Form 4506-T require?
The form collects identifying information, including the taxpayer's name and Social Security Number (or EIN), along with details about the requested transcript type and the end date of the tax year or period sought.
When is IRS Form 4506-T due?
The IRS must receive Form 4506-T within 120 days of the date signed by the taxpayer. For fiscal tax years, taxpayers must file this form to request a return transcript.
Where do I file IRS Form 4506-T?
Form 4506-T can be filed via mail or fax, depending on where the taxpayer lives; for example, residents in Texas should mail or fax it to a specific IRS service center. The IRS also offers automated requests online at IRS.gov.
How do I complete IRS Form 4506-T?
First, complete all applicable lines and provide necessary identifying data, such as the SSN or EIN. Next, ensure that if requesting a joint return, at least one spouse signs exactly as their name appears on the original return. Finally, check the acknowledgment box in the signature area before dating and signing.
What happens if IRS Form 4506-T is filed incorrectly?
If the IRS does not receive Form 4506-T within 120 days of the date signed by the taxpayer, the request will be rejected. Providing false or fraudulent information on the form may subject the filer to penalties.
Do I need to provide a Customer File Number?
The field is optional on Form 4506-T, but it can be used when requesting a transcript and will print on the document (Form 4506-T).
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