IRS BUSINESS UPDATE
IRS Form 8822-B: Business Address & Responsible Party Change
Update your business mailing address, physical location, or responsible party with the IRS in minutes.
What is Form 8822-B used for?
Use Form 8822-B to notify the IRS of a change to your business address, physical business location, or responsible party. This keeps your IRS records accurate and ensures critical tax notices reach your business on time.
Successfully register your new business address, location, or responsible party in the IRS master file, keeping your business compliant and preventing lost tax notices.
Failing to report responsible party changes within 60 days is a regulatory violation. Ensure your business name and EIN match IRS records exactly to avoid processing delays.
Time, difficulty & who this form is for
Average time
5-10 minutes
Difficulty
simple
Best for
Businesses, partnerships, corporations, LLCs, estates, trusts, and tax-exempt organizations needing to update their address or responsible party with the IRS.
What do I need before I start?
- Employer Identification Number (EIN)
- Exact legal business name on IRS files
- Old and new business mailing addresses
- New responsible party's name and SSN/ITIN/EIN (if changing)
How the walkthrough is organized
Business Returns & Status
Identify which tax returns are affected (employment, excise, income, or employee plans) and whether your entity is tax-exempt.
Business Information
Enter your business's legal name, EIN, and any previous business names.
Old and New Addresses
Provide your old and new business mailing addresses, as well as your new physical business location if it changed.
New Responsible Party
If updating your responsible party, enter their full legal name and their tax identification number (SSN, ITIN, or EIN).
What happens after I complete it?
Answer the questions, review your document, then follow its official signing and delivery instructions. Downloading does not submit the form.
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