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How to Obtain Tax Returns
- 1). Download the appropriate form from the IRS website homepage. To request a copy of your tax return, download Form 4506. To receive your tax-return transcript instead, download Form 4506-T. According to the IRS, one difference between the two forms is that Form 4506-T "does not reflect any changes you, your representative or the IRS made after the return was filed."
- 2). Complete the application by typing directly into the form, making sure to answer all questions as thoroughly as possible. Date and sign your application. Print out the completed form.
- 3). Mail the form to the RAIVS Team address that has jurisdiction over your state, as stated in the "General Instructions" section on the last page of the form. Expect the IRS to process your request within 60 calendar days.
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