IRS Form 2848 (Power of Attorney) Fax Numbers
Where and How to Fax a 2848 Form?
IRS Form 2848, the Power of Attorney and Declaration of Representative, authorizes an individual (typically a tax professional) to represent a taxpayer before the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). It grants the designated representative the legal power to act on the taxpayer's behalf for specified tax matters.
What Is IRS Form 2848 (Power of Attorney)?
Form 2848 allows you to:
- Appoint someone (e.g., a CPA, attorney, or enrolled agent) to represent you before the IRS.
- Grant that representative the authority to receive and inspect your confidential tax information.
- Specify the type of tax (e.g., income, employment) and tax periods the representative can handle.
- Allow the representative to sign agreements or make decisions, if explicitly authorized.
IRS Form 2848 Fax Numbers
- 855-214-7519: Alabama, Arkansas, Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Mississippi, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Tennessee, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia
- 855-214-7522: Alaska, Arizona, California, Colorado, Hawaii, Idaho, Iowa, Kansas, Minnesota, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Mexico, North Dakota, Oklahoma, Oregon, South Dakota, Texas, Utah, Washington, Wisconsin, Wyoming
- 855-772-3156 (toll-free; 304-707-9785 if outside the U.S.): All APO/FPO military addresses, American Samoa, Northern Mariana Islands, Guam, U.S. Virgin Islands, Puerto Rico, and other international filers (International CAF Unit in Philadelphia)
Ensure that you include a cover sheet with your contact information and any necessary details to facilitate proper processing of your submission.
How to Fax Your Form 2848 to the IRS
Fax.Plus lets you send Form 2848 straight from your computer, phone, or email, no fax machine required. If you're a tax professional filing on behalf of several clients, each one needs its own Form 2848, and Fax.Plus gives you a separate timestamped confirmation for every fax you send, so you always have proof for the right client.
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Why do you need an IRS Form 2848?
- To grant legal authority for someone to communicate with the IRS about your tax matters.
- To allow a representative to resolve issues, obtain transcripts, or negotiate on your behalf.
- To provide proof that the IRS can legally share your confidential information with someone else.
- Required for representation in cases such as audits, appeals, or collections.
Who needs to file an IRS Form 2848?
- Taxpayers who want to authorize someone to act on their behalf before the IRS.
- Tax professionals (attorneys, CPAs, enrolled agents) who require formal authorization to represent a client.
- Businesses or entities designating an individual to handle IRS matters on their behalf.
Do Form 2848 and Form 8821 use the same IRS fax number?
Yes. Both route to the same three CAF units (Memphis, Ogden, and Philadelphia) based on your state. The difference is what each form authorizes: Form 2848 lets a representative act and speak for you before the IRS, while Form 8821 only lets someone receive and inspect your tax information, with no representation authority.
How do I revoke a Form 2848 I already filed?
Write "REVOKE" across the top of the first page, sign and date it below that annotation, then fax the annotated copy to the same CAF unit number you originally used. No copy on hand? Send a signed statement listing the tax matters, years, and the representative being revoked instead.
Can I list more than one client on the same Form 2848?
No. Each Form 2848 covers one taxpayer, though you can name up to four representatives on it. Representing multiple clients means filing and faxing a separate Form 2848 for each one.
Does a faxed Form 2848 need a handwritten signature?
Yes. The IRS only accepts an electronic signature on Form 2848 through its online submission tool. A faxed or mailed copy must carry a handwritten signature from both the taxpayer and the representative.
How long does an IRS power of attorney stay in effect?
There's no fixed expiration date. Form 2848 stays on file with the CAF system until you revoke it, your representative withdraws, or the specific tax matters and periods you listed on the form have closed.
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DISCLAIMER: The information on this site is for general information purposes only, and Alohi cannot guarantee that all the information on this site is current or accurate. This is not intended to be legal, accounting or tax advice and should not be a substitute for professional legal, accounting or tax advice. For legal advice, consult a licensed attorney regarding your specific legal questions.
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