How to request a transcript of your tax return?

Use Form 4506-T to order a transcript or other return information free of charge. See the product list below. You can quickly request transcripts by using our automated self-help service tools. Please visit us at IRS.gov and click on “Order a Transcript” or call 1-800-908-9946. If you need a copy of your return, use

What should be included in a tax account transcript?

A tax account transcript includes your marital status, the type of return you filed, your adjusted gross income and taxable income. It does include any changes that you or the IRS made to your tax return after you filed it.

When do I need a copy of my tax return?

You often need them when you apply for a loan to buy a home or to start a business. You may need them if you apply for student aid. If you can’t find your copies, the IRS can give you a transcript of the information you need, or a copy of your tax return.

Do you need prior year adjusted gross income transcript?

If you need your prior year Adjusted Gross Income (AGI) to e-file, choose the tax return transcript type when making your request. If you only need to find out how much you owe or verify payments you made within the last 18 months, you can view your tax account.

Do you need a form 4506 T to get a transcript?

Get Transcript Online provides access to all transcript types and available years for you to view, print, or download from your browser. If we don’t list the transcript and tax year you need, you must use Form 4506-T instead.

What’s the new format for a tax transcript?

WHAT’S NEW? There is a new transcript format that better protects your data. This new format partially masks your personally identifiable information. Financial data will remain fully visible to allow for tax preparation, tax representation or income verification. Learn more at About the New Tax Transcript and the Customer File Number.