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Form 8453: U.S. Individual Income Tax Transmittal for an IRS e-file Return
IRS Form 8453 is the U.S. Individual Income Tax Transmittal for an IRS e-file Return, used to send required paper forms or documentation for the tax year January 1–December 31, 2025. This form has an OMB No. of 1545-0074.
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IRS Form 8453 - U.S. Individual Income Tax Transmittal for an IRS e-file Return
IRS Form 8453 is the U.S. Individual Income Tax Transmittal for an IRS e-file Return, used to send required paper forms or documentation for the tax year January 1–December 31, 2025. This form has an OMB No. of 1545-0074.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1Do not attach any form or document that is not listed next to a checkbox on Form 8453.
- 2Filing without entering the correct SSN(s) on Form 8453.
- 3Attaching a document not listed next to a checkbox on Form 8453.
- 4Mailing the form before receiving IRS acknowledgement of e-file acceptance.
- 5Using an abbreviated country name when filing from a foreign address.
Plain English
This form acts as a cover sheet when you electronically file your taxes with the IRS but still need to mail in supporting documents. It tells the IRS exactly what papers are being sent along with your electronic return. If you don't use Form 8453, or if you send an unlisted document, it can cause problems with your filing.
Submission Date
- Filing date: 2025-10-16 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 attaching one or more of the listed forms or supporting documents to an IRS e-file return.
- Do not use it when sending Forms W-2, W-2G, or 1099-R as the primary document being transmitted.
- Check Form 8332 instead when releasing a claim to exemption for a child by a custodial parent (or specific pages from a decree/agreement).
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Attaching contributions of vehicles, boats, or airplanes
Required if submitting this document along with the e-filed return.
✓ Confirm you have the contemporaneous written acknowledgment.
Submitting a Power of Attorney for an agent to sign the return
This must be attached if the electronically transmitted return is signed by an agent.
✓ Ensure the POA grants authority to sign the return.
Attaching biodiesel, renewable diesel, or sustainable aviation fuel claims
Use this form to attach appropriate certificates and reseller statements for these specific fuel claims.
✓ Verify all necessary supporting certificates are included.
Deadline or filing window
If filing electronically, an ERO must mail Form 8453 within 3 business days after receiving acceptance acknowledgement from the IRS. If using an online provider, you must mail it within 3 business days after your ISP/transmitter confirms IRS acceptance. There is no stated extension period for this transmittal form itself.
Checklist
What you need before filling it out
Home Address
Number and street of residence · Form 8453
Taxpayer SSN(s)
Social Security Number(s) · Form 8453 (p.1)
Filing Deadline (Online Provider)
Mail within 3 business days after ISP/transmitter acknowledgement · Form 8453 (p.2)
Form Attachment Check
Must be one or more forms listed on Form 8453 · Form 8453 (p.1)
Payment Deadline
Mail payment by April 15, 2026 · Form 8453 (p.2)
Before you submit
- 1Print or type all information clearly on Form 8453.
- 2Enter your first name and middle initial, last name, and SSN(s) accurately (especially for joint returns).
- 3Provide the complete home address, including city, state, ZIP code, and any foreign country details if applicable.
- 4Verify that Form 8453 is being filed because one or more listed forms are attached to an e-file return.
- 5Confirm that none of the documents attached are W-2, W-2G, or 1099-R (as primary attachments).
- 6If mailing after using an online provider, confirm you have received acknowledgement from your ISP and/or transmitter.
- 7Ensure the address on Form 8453 matches the address shown on the electronically filed tax return.
How to file this form
- 1Complete the required fields on Form 8453 by printing or typing your personal information, home address, and SSN(s).
- 2Attach one or more of the specified forms (e.g., Form 1098-C, Form 2848) to the form.
- 3Mail Form 8453 to the Internal Revenue Service at Attn: Shipping and Receiving, 0254 Receipt and Control Branch, Austin, TX 73344-0254 (if mailing outside of electronic submission).
- 4If paying taxes separately, mail the payment by April 15, 2026, along with Form 1040-V to the applicable IRS address.
- 5Retain a copy of the completed and signed Form 8453 for your records.
Known limitations
- 1Form 8453 should only be used if attaching one or more of the listed forms or supporting documents.
- 2Do not send Form(s) W-2, W-2G, or 1099-R using Form 8453; these are attachments themselves.
- 3If documentation is required but is not shown next to a checkbox on Form 8453, the tax return cannot be filed electronically.
- 4Do not mail a copy of an electronically filed Form 1040, 1040-SR, 1040-NR, or 1040-SS to the IRS using this transmittal.
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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 20/25, covering the tax year January 1–December 31, 2025; users can check www.irs.gov/Form8453 for the latest information regarding developments related to Form 8453 and its instructions.
What changed or needs a fresh check
- Edition date — confirm the revision reads 20/25.
- Purpose — confirm it is used for sending required paper forms or documentation for the tax year January 1–December 31, 2025.
- Mailing address — confirm the destination address is Austin, TX 73344-0254.
- Signature — ensure the taxpayer's signature (or agent's) is present on the printed or typed form.
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After you file
- 1Keep a copy of Form 8453 after filing.
- 2If electronically filed, an electronic return originator must mail Form 8453 within 3 business days after receiving acknowledgement that the IRS accepted the e-filed return.
- 3If using an online provider, mail Form 8453 within 3 business days after receiving acknowledgement from your ISP and/or transmitter that the IRS accepted the e-filed return.
- 4If no acknowledgement is received for an electronic filing, contact your intermediate service provider and/or transmitter.
Sources
- SRCInstructions p.1 — The form is for the year January 1–December 31, 2025.
- SRCInstructions p.1 — You must enter your SSN(s) on Form 8453.
- SRCInstructions p.1 — Attachments are listed as Persons With Respect to Foreign Disregarded Entities (FDEs) and Foreign Branches (FBs) using Form 8864, and Form 8949.
- SRCInstructions p.2 — The purpose of Form 8453 is to send required paper forms or supporting documentation listed next to the checkboxes on Form 8453.
- SRCInstructions p.2 — Electronic return originators must mail Form 8453 within 3 business days after receiving acknowledgement from the IRS.
- SRCInstructions p.2 — Payments should be mailed by April 15, 2026, with Form 1040-V to the applicable address shown on that form.
Common confusion points
What do I enter if my address is a P.O. box?
Enter only the box number if the post office does not deliver mail to the home address.
When should I pay my taxes if I am mailing Form 8453?
Mail the payment by April 15, 2026, along with Form 1040-V to the applicable IRS address.
Must the addresses on Form 8453 match what was electronically filed?
Yes, the address must match the address shown on the electronically filed tax return.
What if I have a joint return and foreign address?
List the SSNs in the same order as the first names when completing the joint return section.
Does 'Don't sign this form' mean nothing goes on it?
No, it means you do not need to sign Form 8453 itself (though other signatures/dates may be required depending on attachments).
What if I am filing a divorce decree after 2009?
You can attach certain pages from the decree or agreement instead of Form 8332, provided three conditions are met.
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⚠ If something goes wrong
- If you are required to mail documentation not listed on Form 8453, your tax return cannot be filed electronically.
Questions about IRS Form 8453
What is IRS Form 8453 used for?
This form acts as a cover sheet when you electronically file your taxes with the IRS but still need to mail in supporting documents. It tells the IRS exactly what papers are being sent along with your electronic return. If you don't use Form 8453, or if you send an unlisted document, it can cause problems with your filing.
Who must file IRS Form 8453?
Any individual who is electronically filing a tax return and attaching one or more supporting documents must file IRS Form 8453.
What information does IRS Form 8453 require?
The form collects personal details such as the filer's name, address, and SSN. It also requires checking boxes to identify attachments like Form 8864 or Form 8949.
When is IRS Form 8453 due?
If you are an electronic return originator (ERO), you must mail Form 8453 within 3 business days after receiving acknowledgement that the IRS accepted the electronically filed tax return.
Where do I file IRS Form 8453?
Mail Form 8453 to: Internal Revenue Service Attn: Shipping and Receiving, 0254 Receipt and Control Branch, Austin, TX 73344-0254. This is the required address for submission.
How do I complete IRS Form 8453?
First, print or type your personal information (name, SSN, address) clearly on the form. Next, check the applicable box(es) to list all attached documents like Form 8949. Finally, ensure you sign and date the form before mailing it to the IRS.
What happens if IRS Form 8453 is filed incorrectly?
If you attach any form or document that isn’t shown on Form 8453 next to the checkboxes, electronic filing may be rejected. Also, do not mail a copy of an electronically filed Form 1040, 1040-SR, 1040-NR, or 1040-SS.
What do I enter if my address is a P.O. box?
Enter only the box number if the post office does not deliver mail to the home address.
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