IRS FEDERAL ADDRESS CHANGE

IRS Form 8822: Change of Address (Individual)

Update your home mailing address with the IRS in under 5 minutes

IRS Form 8822 is the official form used by individual taxpayers to update their home mailing address with the Internal Revenue Service, ensuring critical tax documents, correspondence, and refunds reach the correct location.

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Average time

5 minutes

Difficulty

simple

Best for

Taxpayers who have recently moved and need to ensure the IRS has their updated mailing address to receive tax notices, letters, or paper refund checks.

What this form stands for

Successfully notify the IRS of your new home mailing address to prevent lost correspondence, delayed refunds, or missed statutory tax deadlines.

Do not use Form 8822 for business addresses or business entity tax returns. Use Form 8822-B instead to change your business mailing address, location, or responsible party.

What you'll need

Your full legal name and Social Security Number (SSN)
Your spouse's name and SSN (if you filed a joint return)
Your exact old mailing address from your last tax return
Your new home mailing address

How the walkthrough is organized

Return Verification

Indicate whether this change affects individual tax returns, gift/estate tax returns, or separate marital residences.

Filer & Spouse Identification

Provide names, SSNs, and any prior names for yourself and your spouse (if applicable).

Prior Address History

Provide the exact home mailing address used on your last-filed tax return.

New Home Address

Enter the new home mailing address where you would like to receive IRS mail.

Daytime Contact & Signature Date

Provide a contact phone number and date the form before mailing.

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