Form 4506-T and Form 4506-C: Transcript Requests and Where to Send Them
Form 4506-T is the IRS form used to request tax return information as a transcript. Its instructions say to mail or fax it to the address for the state the filer lived in, or the state the business was in, when the return was filed, using one of two charts. Form 4506-C is the IVES version: its instructions say it is used to request tax return information through an authorized IVES participant, and that the IVES participant faxes it with the approved IVES cover sheet to the assigned Service Center.
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What Form 4506-T requests
“Purpose of form. Use Form 4506-T to request tax return information. Taxpayers using a tax year beginning in one calendar year and ending in the following year (fiscal tax year) must file Form 4506-T to request a return transcript.”
“Tip. Use Form 4506, Request for Copy of Tax Return, to request copies of tax returns.”
“Tip: Get faster service: Online at www.irs.gov, Get Your Tax Record (Get Transcript) or by calling 1-800-908-9946 for specialized assistance.”
The IRS tax record (transcript) service is covered on the FedRateCalc IRS tax transcript page.
“Do not sign this form unless all applicable lines have been completed.
Request may be rejected if the form is incomplete or illegible.”
Transcript types on lines 6 to 8 and the processing time printed
| Line | What the form prints | Processing statement printed |
|---|---|---|
| 6a | Return Transcript, which includes most of the line items of a tax return as filed with the IRS. A tax return transcript does not reflect changes made to the account after the return is processed. Tax return transcripts for individuals are available for the Form 1040 series. A list of the tax return transcripts that are available for a business can be found at www.irs.gov/businesses/get-a-business-tax-transcript. Return transcripts are available for the current year and returns processed during the prior 3 processing years. | Most requests will be processed within 10 business days |
| 6b | Account Transcript, which contains information on the financial status of the account, such as payments made on the account, penalty assessments, and adjustments made by you or the IRS after the return was filed. Return information is limited to items such as tax liability and estimated tax payments. Account transcripts are available for most returns. | Most requests will be processed within 10 business days |
| 6c | Record of Account, which provides the most detailed information as it is a combination of the Return Transcript and the Account Transcript. Available for current year and 3 prior tax years. | Most requests will be processed within 10 business days |
| 7 | Verification of Nonfiling, which is proof from the IRS that you did not file a return for the year. Current year requests are only available after June 15th. There are no availability restrictions on prior year requests. | Most requests will be processed within 10 business days |
| 8 | Form W-2, Form 1099 series, Form 1098 series, or Form 5498 series transcript. The IRS can provide a transcript that includes data from these information returns. State or local information is not included with the Form W-2 information. The IRS may be able to provide this transcript information for up to 10 years. Information for the current year is generally not available until the year after it is filed with the IRS. For example, W-2 information for 2016, filed in 2017, will likely not be available from the IRS until 2018. If you need W-2 information for retirement purposes, you should contact the Social Security Administration at 1-800-772-1213. | Most requests will be processed within 10 business days |
“Note: If you are unsure of which type of transcript you need, request the Record of Account, as it provides the most detailed information.”
The processing statement is quoted from the form. Form 4506-C (Rev. October 2022) does not state a processing time, and this page gives none for it.
Where to mail or fax Form 4506-T
“Where to file. Mail or fax Form 4506-T to the address below for the state you lived in, or the state your business was in, when that return was filed. There are two address charts: one for individual transcripts (Form 1040 series and Form W-2) and one for all other transcripts.”
| If you filed an individual return and lived in | Mail or fax to | Fax |
|---|---|---|
| Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi, New Mexico, North Carolina, Oklahoma, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, a foreign country, American Samoa, Puerto Rico, Guam, the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, the U.S. Virgin Islands, or A.P.O. or F.P.O. address | Internal Revenue Service RAIVS Team Stop 6716 AUSC Austin, TX 73301 | 855-587-9604 |
| Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, Wisconsin | Internal Revenue Service RAIVS Team Stop 6705 S-2 Kansas City, MO 64999 | 855-821-0094 |
| Alaska, California, Colorado, Hawaii, Idaho, Kansas, Michigan, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, North Dakota, Ohio, Oregon, South Dakota, Utah, Washington, Wyoming | Internal Revenue Service RAIVS Team P.O. Box 9941 Mail Stop 6734 Ogden, UT 84409 | 855-298-1145 |
| If you lived in or your business was in | Mail or fax to | Fax |
|---|---|---|
| Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Florida, Hawaii, Idaho, Iowa, Kansas, Louisiana, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Mexico, North Dakota, Oklahoma, Oregon, South Dakota, Texas, Utah, Washington, Wyoming, a foreign country, American Samoa, Puerto Rico, Guam, the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, the U.S. Virgin Islands, A.P.O. or F.P.O. address | Internal Revenue Service RAIVS Team P.O. Box 9941 Mail Stop 6734 Ogden, UT 84409 | 855-298-1145 |
| Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Tennessee, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, Wisconsin | Internal Revenue Service RAIVS Team Stop 6705 S-2 Kansas City, MO 64999 | 855-821-0094 |
“If you are requesting more than one transcript or other product and the chart shows two different addresses, send your request to the address based on the address of your most recent return.”
The form’s page 1 and its What’s New section also say where transcripts are mailed:
“Note: Effective July 2019, the IRS will mail tax transcript requests only to your address of record. See What’s New under Future Developments on Page 2 for additional information.”
“If a third-party is unable to accept a Tax Transcript mailed to the taxpayer, they may either contract with an existing IVES participant or become an IVES participant themselves.”
Signing Form 4506-T
“Signature and date. Form 4506-T must be signed and dated by the taxpayer listed on line 1a or 2a. The IRS must receive Form 4506-T within 120 days of the date signed by the taxpayer or it will be rejected. Ensure that all applicable lines are completed before signing.”
“Individuals. Transcripts of jointly filed tax returns may be furnished to either spouse. Only one signature is required. Sign Form 4506-T exactly as your name appeared on the original return. If you changed your name, also sign your current name.”
“Signature by a representative. A representative can sign Form 4506-T for a taxpayer only if the taxpayer has specifically delegated this authority to the representative on Form 2848, line 5. The representative must attach Form 2848 showing the delegation to Form 4506-T.”
“Line 5. Enter up to 10 numeric characters to create a unique customer file number that will appear on the transcript. The customer file number should not contain an SSN. Completion of this line is not required.”
Form 4506-C: the IVES request for transcript
The IRS Income Verification Express Service (IVES) page describes the service and who uses the form:
“The IRS Income Verification Express Service (IVES) lets you authorize banks and lenders to access your tax records when you apply for a mortgage, loan, or other service.
The IRS only provides tax records to a third party with the consent of the taxpayer.”
“If you're a mortgage lending company, including banks, credit unions, or others, you can participate in IVES by completing the application process. Submit transcript requests online or by fax with Form 4506-C, IVES Request for Transcript of Tax Return.”
The instructions printed on Form 4506-C (Rev. October 2022) say what it is for and where it goes:
“Purpose of form. Use Form 4506-C to request tax return information through an authorized IVES participant. You will designate an IVES participant to receive the information on line 5a.”
“Where to file. The IVES participant will fax Form 4506-C with the approved IVES cover sheet to their assigned Service Center.”
| If your assigned Service Center is | IVES team | Fax the requests with the approved coversheet to |
|---|---|---|
| Austin Submission Processing Center | Austin IVES Team | 844-249-6238 |
| Kansas City Submission Processing Center | Kansas City IVES Team | 844-249-8128 |
| Ogden Submission Processing Center | Ogden IVES Team | 844-249-8129 |
“Caution: This tax transcript is being sent to the third party entered on Line 5a and/or 5d. Ensure that lines 5 through 8 are completed before signing. (see instructions)”
“Transcripts are only available for the following returns: Form 1040 series, Form 1065, Form 1120, Form 1120-H, Form 1120-L, and Form 1120-S.”
“Enter up to three information return types. If no specific type is requested, all forms will be provided.”
“Signature and date. Form 4506-C must be signed and dated by the taxpayer listed on line 1a and, if listed, 2a. The IRS must receive Form 4506-C within 120 days of the date signed by the taxpayer or it will be rejected. Ensure that all applicable lines, including lines 5a through 8, are completed before signing.”
“Designated Recipient Notification. Section 6103(c) limits disclosure and use of return information received pursuant to the taxpayer’s consent and holds the recipient subject to penalties for any unauthorized access, other use, or redisclosure without the taxpayer’s express permission or request.”
Frequently asked questions
What is Form 4506-T?
Form 4506-T (Rev. April 2025) says: “Use Form 4506-T to request tax return information.” The form’s lines 6 to 8 list the transcript types: Return Transcript, Account Transcript, Record of Account, Verification of Nonfiling, and a Form W-2, Form 1099 series, Form 1098 series or Form 5498 series transcript. It also says Form 4506 is the form to request copies of tax returns.
Where is Form 4506-T mailed or faxed?
Form 4506-T (Rev. April 2025) says to mail or fax it to the address for the state the filer lived in, or the state the business was in, when the return was filed, and has two charts. In the chart for individual transcripts (Form 1040 series and Form W-2 and Form 1099), the three addresses are: IRS RAIVS Team, Stop 6716 AUSC, Austin, TX 73301 (fax 855-587-9604); IRS RAIVS Team, Stop 6705 S-2, Kansas City, MO 64999 (fax 855-821-0094); and IRS RAIVS Team, P.O. Box 9941, Mail Stop 6734, Ogden, UT 84409 (fax 855-298-1145). The chart for all other transcripts lists the Ogden and Kansas City addresses. The form lists which states go with each address.
How long does a Form 4506-T request take?
Form 4506-T (Rev. April 2025) prints “Most requests will be processed within 10 business days” under each transcript type on lines 6a, 6b, 6c, 7 and 8. Form 4506-C (Rev. October 2022) does not state a processing time.
How long after signing must the IRS receive Form 4506-T?
Form 4506-T (Rev. April 2025) says: “The IRS must receive Form 4506-T within 120 days of the date signed by the taxpayer or it will be rejected.” Form 4506-C (Rev. October 2022) has the same 120-day wording.
What is Form 4506-C?
Form 4506-C (Rev. October 2022) is titled “IVES Request for Transcript of Tax Return.” Its instructions say: “Use Form 4506-C to request tax return information through an authorized IVES participant. You will designate an IVES participant to receive the information on line 5a.” The IRS Income Verification Express Service page says the IRS only provides tax records to a third party with the consent of the taxpayer.
Where is Form 4506-C sent?
Form 4506-C (Rev. October 2022) says the IVES participant “will fax Form 4506-C with the approved IVES cover sheet to their assigned Service Center.” Its chart lists three fax numbers: Austin IVES Team 844-249-6238, Kansas City IVES Team 844-249-8128 and Ogden IVES Team 844-249-8129.
Who may sign Form 4506-T?
Form 4506-T (Rev. April 2025) says it “must be signed and dated by the taxpayer listed on line 1a or 2a.” For individuals it says transcripts of jointly filed returns may be furnished to either spouse and only one signature is required. A representative can sign “only if the taxpayer has specifically delegated this authority to the representative on Form 2848, line 5,” and must attach Form 2848.
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Sources (checked November 2, 2026): IRS: About Form 4506-T · IRS: Form 4506-T (Rev. April 2025), PDF · IRS: Form 4506-C (Rev. October 2022), PDF · IRS: Income Verification Express Service