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Form 4810: Request for Prompt Assessment Under Internal Revenue Code Section 6501(d)
IRS Form 4810 is a Request for Prompt Assessment Under Internal Revenue Code Section 6501(d) that allows filers to request an immediate review of additional tax owed. This form must be submitted after the initial tax returns are filed.
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IRS Form 4810 - Request for Prompt Assessment Under Internal Revenue Code Section 6501(d)
IRS Form 4810 is a Request for Prompt Assessment Under Internal Revenue Code Section 6501(d) that allows filers to request an immediate review of additional tax owed. This form must be submitted after the initial tax returns are filed.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1Do not file Form 4810 before filing the tax returns listed on the front of the document.
- 2Filing without submitting it until *after* the required tax returns are filed.
- 3Forgetting to provide copies of authorizing documents (like letters testamentary).
- 4Not clearly specifying the Kind of tax and the Tax Period Ended on Form 4810.
- 5Sending the request to an incorrect Service Center location.
Plain English
This form tells the IRS you need them to quickly calculate and assess any extra tax owed on a specific return or set of returns. By filing Form 4810, filers formally ask for this prompt assessment under Section 6501(d) of the Internal Revenue Code. This action ensures that the IRS reviews your liability without waiting for standard processing times.
Submission Date
- Filing date: 2022-08-24 22:10:12
- 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 requesting a prompt assessment of additional tax under Internal Revenue Code section 6501(d) for specific tax returns.
- Do not use Form 4810 if you are filing the initial tax return, as the request must be submitted *after* those returns are filed.
- Check Form 709 instead when the prompt assessment is specifically related to gift tax.
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Use this form or another form?
Corporate Income Tax
Required if corporate income tax returns are included on Form 4810.
✓ Check the appropriate box indicating dissolution status.
Gift Tax Report
Use this form when the prompt assessment is specifically tied to gift tax reporting.
✓ Ensure you specify this in the request or use the dedicated address for gift tax filings.
Any Other Tax Type
If the tax type is not listed (Income, Gift, Employment, Excise), describe it in the 'Other' field on Form 4810.
✓ Clearly state what the additional tax relates to.
Deadline or filing window
The trigger event for filing this form is the completion of the initial filing of the relevant tax returns. There is no specific deadline date mentioned, but a separate request must be submitted for any returns filed after the Form 4810 itself. The instructions do not specify an extension window.
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What you need before filling it out
Kind of tax
Select from Income, Gift, Employment, Excise, or describe in 'Other' field · Form 4810 (p.1)
Tax Period Ended
Provide the specific date the tax period concluded · Form 4810 (p.1)
Service Center Where Filed
Enter the location where the returns were filed · Form 4810 (p.1)
Corporate Dissolution Status
Check one of three boxes: Completed, Begun (before/after 18-month period), or Not begun (but will begin before/after 18-month period) · Form 4810 (p.1)
Spouse's SSN
Provide the spouse's social security number if applicable · Form 4810 (p.1)
Certification Statement
Sign and date, affirming no civil fraud penalties or charges/convictions exist · Form 4810 (p.1)
Before you submit
- 1Confirm that you have filed the tax returns listed on Form 4810 before submitting this request.
- 2Verify that the Kind of Tax and specific Tax Period Ended are accurately recorded.
- 3Ensure you have provided your own name, title, address (including ZIP code), and daytime phone number.
- 4If filing for a corporation, check the appropriate box regarding dissolution status.
- 5Attach copies of the returns listed on Form 4810, noting 'COPY - DO NOT PROCESS AS ORIGINAL' at the top.
- 6Certify that you have never been assessed penalties for civil fraud (or attach an explanation if untrue).
- 7Select or provide the correct Service Center where the original returns were filed.
How to file this form
- 1Complete all required fields on Form 4810, including identifying information and checking the Kind of Tax.
- 2Attach copies of the tax returns listed on Form 4810, ensuring each copy is labeled 'COPY - DO NOT PROCESS AS ORIGINAL'.
- 3Determine the correct filing destination: send to the IRS Center where returns were filed, or use Stop 824G if related to gift tax.
- 4Mail the complete package using the United States Postal Service (PDSs cannot deliver to P.O. boxes), obtaining proof of mailing.
Known limitations
- 1A separate request for prompt assessment must be submitted for any tax returns filed after Form 4810.
- 2If a corporate income tax return is included, the filer must check the applicable box indicating whether dissolution has been completed.
- 3The form does not apply to situations where the taxpayer is not required to request prompt assessment, although providing the information is still necessary if requested.
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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 dated August 2022 (Rev. 8-2022). The form directs users to www.irs.gov/Form4810 for the latest information regarding any future developments.
What changed or needs a fresh check
- Edition date — confirm the revision date reads August 2022.
- Mailing address (General) — confirm the IRS center where returns were filed is correct.
- Mailing address (Gift Tax) — confirm the destination is Internal Revenue Service Stop 824G, 7940 Kentucky Drive, Florence, KY 41042-2915 if applicable.
- Signature — ensure the requester signs under penalties of perjury.
- Tax Period Ended — verify this date matches the tax returns being assessed.
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After you file
- 1Retain copies of the filed Form 4810 and the attached documentation.
- 2If filing via private delivery services (PDS), confirm the mailing date using the PDS, as PDSs cannot deliver to a P.O. box.
- 3Keep records relating to Form 4810 or its instructions as long as those contents may become material in the administration of any Internal Revenue law.
- 4If filing is related to gift tax reported on Form 709, send the request to IRS Stop 824G, 7940 Kentucky Drive, Florence, KY 41042-2915.
Sources
- SRCForm 4810 (Rev. August 2022) is titled Request for Prompt Assessment Under Internal Revenue Code Section 6501(d) [Form p.1].
- SRCThe purpose of Form 4810 is to request prompt assessment of tax [Form p.2].
- SRCFiling must occur after the tax returns listed on the front of Form 4810 are filed [Form p.2].
- SRCIf corporate income tax returns are included, the filer must check a box indicating if dissolution has been completed [Form p.1].
- SRCThe request must clearly show that it is for prompt assessment under section 6501(d) [Form p.2].
- SRCIf related to gift tax reported on Form 709, the request must be sent to IRS Stop 824G, 7940 Kentucky Drive, Florence, KY 41042-2915 [Form p.2].
Common confusion points
When should I file Form 4810?
Do not file Form 4810 until after you have filed the tax returns listed on the front of the form.
→ Confirm the Date Filed is *after* the return filing date.
Where do I send my request?
Send it to the IRS Center where the returns were filed, unless it relates to gift tax (in which case, use Stop 824G).
→ Check the 'Where To File' section on Form 4810 for confirmation.
Can I submit my own form?
Yes, but your request must list all the same information requested on Form 4810 and include applicable attachments.
→ Verify that your custom form includes the Kind of tax, Tax Period Ended, and SSN/EIN.
What if it's a P.O. box address?
You must use the United States Postal Service (USPS) to mail any item to an IRS P.O. box address; designated private delivery services (PDSs) cannot deliver there.
→ Check the 'Where To File' section regarding PDS restrictions.
Do I need to provide a detailed statement?
Only if you cannot certify that you have never been assessed penalties for civil fraud, charged with, indicted for, or convicted of fraud.
→ Review the certification statement on Page 1 before signing.
What must my request clearly show besides the kind of tax and tax periods?
It must also clearly show the name and SSN/EIN shown on the return, and the date and location where the returns were filed.
→ Ensure these three specific items are explicitly listed in your submission.
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Questions about IRS Form 4810
What is IRS Form 4810 used for?
This form tells the IRS you need them to quickly calculate and assess any extra tax owed on a specific return or set of returns. By filing Form 4810, filers formally ask for this prompt assessment under Section 6501(d) of the Internal Revenue Code. This action ensures that the IRS reviews your liability without waiting for standard processing times.
Who must file IRS Form 4810?
Filers must be those who have examined the request and accompanying schedules, declaring they believe it is true, correct, and complete under penalties of perjury. The form applies to anyone requesting prompt assessment of any additional tax listed on the document.
What information does IRS Form 4810 require?
The form collects identifying information such as the Requester’s name and SSN/EIN on Return, the Kind of tax, and the Tax Period Ended. It also requires specifying the Service Center Where Filed and attaching documentation like Letters of administration or letters testamentary.
When is IRS Form 4810 due?
Filers must not submit Form 4810 until after they file the tax returns listed on the front of the form. A separate request for prompt assessment is required for any tax returns filed after this Form 4810.
Where do I file IRS Form 4810?
The request should be sent to the Internal Revenue Service Center where the returns were originally filed. If the request relates to gift tax reported on a Form 709, it must be sent to IRS Stop 824G at 7940 Kentucky Drive in Florence, KY 41042-2915.
How do I complete IRS Form 4810?
First, complete all identifying fields on Form 4810, including the Kind of tax and Tax Period Ended. Next, attach supporting documents such as copies of the returns or letters of administration. Finally, sign the form under penalties of perjury to declare the request is true, correct, and complete.
What happens if IRS Form 4810 is filed incorrectly?
Failing to file correctly means the request may not be processed as intended. The information provided is used by the IRS to ensure compliance with Internal Revenue laws and to allow them to figure and collect the correct amount of tax.
When should I file Form 4810?
Do not file Form 4810 until after you have filed the tax returns listed on the front of the form. Confirm the Date Filed is *after* the return filing date.
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