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Form 4506-TEZ: Short Form Request for Individual Tax Return Transcript
IRS Form 4506T-EZ is a Short Form Request for Individual Tax Return Transcript used by individuals to request tax return transcripts for the current and prior three years; this form must be received within 120 days of signature.
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IRS Form 4506-TEZ - Short Form Request for Individual Tax Return Transcript
IRS Form 4506T-EZ is a Short Form Request for Individual Tax Return Transcript used by individuals to request tax return transcripts for the current and prior three years; this form must be received within 120 days of signature.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1Do not submit unless all applicable lines are completed; otherwise, the request may be rejected.
- 2Failing to sign Form 4506T-EZ before mailing it to the IRS.
- 3Not checking the box to acknowledge authority to sign on Form 4506T-EZ.
- 4Submitting a form that is missing completion on any applicable line.
- 5Allowing the IRS to receive the request after 120 days from the signature date.
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This form lets an individual ask the IRS for copies of their past tax returns. The transcript provided includes most lines from the original filing, though it omits specific details like payments or penalty assessments. Individuals use Form 4506T-EZ to get these records for themselves.
Submission Date
- Filing date: 2025-09-11 22:10:16
- 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 an individual needs a tax return transcript for the current year and the prior three years that includes most lines of the original tax return.
- Do not use it when the request applies to a taxpayer who files Form 1040 using a fiscal tax year (a year beginning in one calendar year and ending in the following year).
- Check Form 4506-T instead when requesting transcripts for a fiscal tax year.
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Use this form or another form?
Filing an individual return while living in Alabama, Texas, or Florida
Mail or fax to the IRS address based on that state's location.
✓ Ensure you select the correct mailing address for your state.
Requesting information beyond a tax return transcript (e.g., W-2 data)
Use this form if you need verification of non-filing or record of account, not just the standard transcript.
✓ Confirm that the specific item you need is available on the transcript.
Filing a joint return where one spouse's SSN/ITIN is missing
Ensure both spouses sign if the request applies to a joint return.
✓ Verify that the secondary SSN/ITIN (Line 2b) is correctly entered.
Deadline or filing window
The Form 4506T-EZ must be received by the Internal Revenue Service within 120 days of the signature date. This form allows requests for transcripts covering the current year and the prior three years. Failure to meet this deadline will result in rejection by the IRS.
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What you need before filling it out
Form purpose
Requesting a tax return transcript for the current and prior three years that includes most lines of the original tax return · Form 4506-T-EZ (p.2)
Filer category
Individuals · Form 4506-T-EZ (p.2)
Required signature(s) for joint returns
Either spouse must sign · Form 4506-T-EZ (p.1)
Submission deadline
Must be received by the IRS within 120 days of the signature date · Form 4506-T-EZ (p.1)
Applicable tax year limitation
Cannot be used by taxpayers who file Form 1040 based on a fiscal tax year · Form 4506-T-EZ (p.2)
Transcript limitations
The transcript will not show payments, penalty assessments, or adjustments made to the originally filed return · Form 4506-T-EZ (p.2)
Mailing address requirement
Mail or fax to the address based on the state where the return was filed · Form 4506-T-EZ (p.2)
Information required for processing
The taxpayer must provide information, including their SSN, as required by sections 6103 and 6109 · Form 4506-T-EZ (p.2)
Before you submit
- 1Complete all applicable lines of Form 4506T-EZ before signing.
- 2Enter the primary SSN/ITIN or TIN on Line 1a (or 2a if joint).
- 3If filing jointly, enter the spouse’s name shown on the tax return on Line 1b.
- 4List the current address, city, state, and ZIP code on Line 3.
- 5Enter the previous address from the last filed return on Line 4 if it differs from Line 3.
- 6If applicable, enter your Customer File Number on Line 5.
- 7Ensure the form is signed and dated by the taxpayer(s) before mailing.
How to file this form
- 1Complete lines 1a through 5 with personal identification and address details.
- 2Enter the specific year(s) of the return transcript requested on Line 6 (e.g., “2023”).
- 3Sign, date, and have all required spouse signatures completed if filing jointly.
- 4Mail or fax Form 4506T-EZ to the IRS address corresponding to the state where the return was filed.
Known limitations
- 1The tax return transcript requested using Form 4506-T-EZ will not show payments made or penalty assessments applied to the originally filed return.
- 2Form 4506-T-EZ cannot be used by taxpayers who file Form 1040 based on a fiscal tax year (a tax year beginning in one calendar year and ending in the following year).
- 3Taxpayers using a fiscal tax year must file Form 4506-T, Request for Transcript of Tax Return, instead of Form 4506-T-EZ.
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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->The current edition is Revision 3, dated March 2025. The source directs users to www.irs.gov/form4506tez for the latest information regarding Form 4506T-EZ.
What changed or needs a fresh check
- Edition date — confirm the revision date reads 03/25.
- Fee — Not stated in the official source.
- Mailing address — confirm you are mailing to the IRS at 1111 Constitution Ave. NW, IR-6526 Washington, DC 20224 (but check state-specific locations first).
- Signature — ensure all applicable lines have been completed before signing.
- Filing Deadline — confirm the form must be received by the IRS within 120 days of the signature date.
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After you file
- 1Keep a copy of the signed Form 4506-T-EZ.
- 2The request must be received by the IRS within 120 days of the signature date.
- 3If the IRS cannot locate a return matching the identity information provided, or if records show it was never filed, the IRS will notify the filer accordingly.
- 4A third party receiving a masked Tax Transcript mailed to the taxpayer may need to contract with an existing IVES participant or become one themselves.
Sources
- SRCForm 4506-T-EZ (March 2025) is the official title and revision date.
- SRCThe request must be received by the IRS within 120 days of the signature date [Form p.1].
- SRCIndividuals use Form 4506-T-EZ to request a tax return transcript for the current and prior three years [Form p.2].
- SRCThe requested transcript will not show payments, penalty assessments, or adjustments made to the originally filed return [Form p.2].
- SRCTaxpayers using a fiscal tax year must file Form 4506-T instead of Form 4506-T-EZ [Form p.2].
- SRCThe form requires signatures from the taxpayer(s) on line 1a or 2a; if joint, either spouse must sign [Form p.1].
Common confusion points
What happens if the IRS cannot find my return?
The IRS will notify the taxpayer that it was unable to locate a return, or that a return was not filed, whichever is applicable.
→ Form 4506-T-EZ (p.1)
When should I use Form 4506-T-EZ instead of another form?
Individuals can use Form 4506-T-EZ to request the transcript for the current and prior three years, provided they are not a fiscal tax year filer.
→ Form 4506-T-EZ (p.2)
Who must sign if I am filing jointly?
Either spouse must sign on Form 4506-T-EZ when the request applies to a joint return.
→ Form 4506-T-EZ (p.1)
Where should I send this form?
Mail or fax Form 4506-T-EZ to the address corresponding to the state where the return was filed. If requesting multiple transcripts, use the address based on the most recent return.
→ Form 4506-T-EZ (p.2)
What if I file a fiscal tax year?
Taxpayers using a fiscal tax year must file Form 4506-T, Request for Transcript of Tax Return, instead of Form 4506-T-EZ.
→ Form 4506-T-EZ (p.2)
What is the deadline to submit this form?
The Form 4506-T-EZ must be received by the IRS within 120 days of the signature date.
→ Form 4506-T-EZ (p.1)
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⚠ If something goes wrong
- If a third party is unable to accept a Tax Transcript mailed to the taxpayer, they may contract with an existing IVES participant.
Questions about IRS Form 4506-TEZ
What is IRS Form 4506-TEZ used for?
This form lets an individual ask the IRS for copies of their past tax returns. The transcript provided includes most lines from the original filing, though it omits specific details like payments or penalty assessments. Individuals use Form 4506T-EZ to get these records for themselves.
Who must file IRS Form 4506-TEZ?
Individuals can use Form 4506T-EZ to request a tax return transcript. If the request applies to a joint return, either spouse must sign the form.
What information does IRS Form 4506-TEZ require?
The form collects identification information (including SSN) needed to properly identify the taxpayer. Signatures are required from the taxpayer listed on line 1a or 2a.
When is IRS Form 4506-TEZ due?
Form 4506T-EZ must be received by the IRS within 120 days of the signature date. The form covers transcripts for the current and prior three years.
Where do I file IRS Form 4506-TEZ?
Mail or fax Form 4506T-EZ to the Internal Revenue Service at an address based on the state where the return was filed. If requesting multiple products, send it to the address associated with your most recent return.
How do I complete IRS Form 4506-TEZ?
First, complete all applicable lines of Form 4506T-EZ. Next, sign and date the form exactly as your name appeared on the original return (or current name if changed). Finally, check the box in the signature area to acknowledge authority before sending it to the IRS.
What happens if IRS Form 4506-TEZ is filed incorrectly?
If the IRS cannot locate a matching return, or if records show the return was not filed, the IRS will notify the taxpayer accordingly. Providing false or fraudulent information on Form 4506T-EZ may subject the filer to penalties.
What happens if the IRS cannot find my return?
The IRS will notify the taxpayer that it was unable to locate a return, or that a return was not filed, whichever is applicable. Form 4506-T-EZ (p.1)
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