Where you mail your federal tax return depends primarily on your state of residence and whether you are including a payment with your return. The IRS provides specific mailing addresses based on these factors.
Mailing Addresses for Federal Tax Returns
- If you live within the United States:
- Use the IRS address specific to your state and whether you are enclosing a payment. You can find the exact mailing address by searching the IRS website or using the IRS tool for where to file paper tax returns by state and form number
- If you live outside the United States:
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Without payment: Mail to
Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Austin, TX 73301-0215
USA -
With payment: Mail to
Internal Revenue Service
P.O. Box 1303
Charlotte, NC 28201-1303
USA -
If using a private delivery service (like UPS, FedEx, DHL):
Austin - Internal Revenue Submission Processing Center
3651 S IH 35,
Austin, TX 78741
USA
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Additional Tips
- Ensure your envelope has the correct postage and is postmarked by the tax filing deadline to be considered on time
- If mailing via USPS, you can request a postmark at the post office for proof of timely mailing
- Always write both the destination and return addresses clearly or use printed mailing labels
For the most accurate and up-to-date mailing address, visit the IRS page titled "Where to file paper tax returns with or without a payment" and enter your state and form number
. In summary, check the IRS website or IRS publications for the precise mailing address based on your state and payment status, and use the addresses above if you live abroad.
