Here are 10 reasons visiting an IRS TAC may be a great way for you to get assistance.
1. Face-to-Face Assistance
No appointment is necessary – just walk in. However, we may schedule you for a
subsequent day appointment when you visit our office. If your circumstances
require an appointment, such as for an ongoing tax account problem, you may call
a local phone number and leave a message on our recorded system. We will return
your call within two business days to schedule an appointment for you for a
future date, generally within five business days. Phone numbers are on the IRS
Web site, and in local directories under U.S. Government.
2. Multilingual Assistance
If someone you know does not speak English, don't let a language barrier prevent
them from getting the face-to-face tax assistance they need. Multilingual
services are offered to taxpayers in over 150 languages at IRS TACs. These
services are provided through bilingual employees and an over-the-phone
interpreter.
3. Free Federal Tax Return Preparation
Your local TAC will prepare basic tax returns for those who qualify for EITC or
those whose income is less than $49,000.
4. Form 2290, Heavy Highway Vehicle Use Tax Return
Your local TAC can help you prepare Form 2290, accept your payment, and provide
the needed receipts for you to take when registering your vehicle.
5. Individual Taxpayer Identification Number
If you are not eligible for a Social Security Number but need to file a tax
return, bring the completed tax return, Form W-7, Application for IRS Individual
Taxpayer Identification Number and certified identification documents to your
local TAC to apply for your ITIN and file your return. For more information, see
Publication 519, U.S. Tax Guide for Aliens.
6. Alien Clearances
Before leaving the United States, most aliens must obtain a certificate of tax
compliance. This document, also known as the sailing permit or departure permit,
must be secured from the IRS before leaving the U.S. You can get the permit from
your local TAC. For more information, see Publication 513, Tax Information for
Visitors to the United States.
7. Payments
You can make payments at an IRS TAC. Be sure you know the tax period and type of
tax the payment covers. If you received a notice from the IRS, be sure to bring
it with you.
8. Tax Forms
Most IRS forms and many publications are available at your local TAC.
9. Tax Return and Tax Account Transcripts
If you need a copy of your tax return for financial aid or to obtain a mortgage,
a tax return or tax account transcript will generally meet the requirements of
these lending institutions. Visit a TAC for free transcripts, which are
generally available for the current and past three years.
10. Current Year Tax Law Issues
To receive assistance in determining how the tax law applies to you, such as the
new First Time Homebuyer Credit, visit your local TAC.
TAC locations, business hours and an overview of services are available at IRS.gov. Just go to the Individuals tab and click on the link for Contact My Local Office in the left tool bar section under IRS Resources.
Links:
Contact My Local Office
Publication 513,
Tax Information for Visitors to the United States
Form 2290, Heavy
Highway Vehicle Use Tax Return
Form W-7, Application for
IRS Individual Taxpayer Identification Number
Publication 519,
U.S. Tax Guide for Aliens
Tax Information for
Individuals
The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009:
Information
Center
