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Form 9000: Alternative Media Preference
Internal Revenue Service Form 9000 is used by taxpayers with print disabilities to elect an accessible format for IRS written communications. It requires the taxpayer’s name, SSN or ITIN, and election choice. OMB No. 1545-0074.
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IRS Form 9000 - Alternative Media Preference
Internal Revenue Service Form 9000 is used by taxpayers with print disabilities to elect an accessible format for IRS written communications. It requires the taxpayer’s name, SSN or ITIN, and election choice. OMB No. 1545-0074.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1Submitting Form 9000 with more than one election box checked will cause it to be rejected.
- 2Checking more than one election box on line 1, which makes the form unprocessable.
- 3Leaving the required signature blank when filing the form by itself.
- 4Providing an address that differs from the one on your tax return without filing Form 8822.
- 5Entering an SSN that does not match the number on your tax return.
Plain English
Form 9000 lets people who have trouble reading normal print tell the IRS to send them letters in a format that’s easier for them, such as large print. You fill it out and either attach it to your tax return or mail it by itself.
Submission Date
- Filing date: 2025-02-06 22:10:28
- Preparation window: collect IDs, supporting records, and signatures in advance.
- Final review: verify names, dates, and required fields before submission.
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What this form is for
- Use this form when a taxpayer with a print disability wants to elect an accessible format for IRS written communications.
- Do not use it when filing an electronic return, because a paper Form 9000 is not required for e‑filers.
- Check Form 8822 instead when you need to change your mailing address.
Form selector
Use this form or another form?
Filing Form 9000 together with your individual income tax return
Election must travel with the return to be processed
✓ Confirm Form 9000 is attached to the correct tax return
Changing mailing address after filing Form 9000
Form 9000 does not update address; a separate form is required
✓ Verify the new address matches on Form 8822
Attaching Form 9000 to Form 1040‑SR
Ensures election is processed with that specific return variant
✓ Confirm you used the correct Form 1040‑SR
Deadline or filing window
Not stated in the official source.
Checklist
What you need before filling it out
Name of taxpayer
Taxpayer’s legal name · Form 9000, name line
Social security number
SSN or ITIN · Form 9000, SSN field
Current address (if filing alone)
Street, city, state, ZIP, foreign details if applicable · Form 9000, address section
Election choice
Selection of one accessible format code (e.g., 01 Large Print) · Form 9000, election box
Signature
Taxpayer’s handwritten signature · Form 9000, signature line
Date
Date of signature · Form 9000, date line
Before you submit
- 1Verify the name matches the tax return
- 2Verify the SSN or ITIN is correct
- 3Check that only one election box is selected
- 4If filing alone, complete the full current address without abbreviations
- 5Sign the form in the signature box
- 6Date the form
- 7Attach Form 9000 to the appropriate tax return (Form 1040, 1040‑SR, 1040‑NR, 1040‑PR, or 1040‑SS) or use the standalone mailing address
- 8Use the Kansas City, MO 64999‑0002 address when mailing the form by itself
- 9Retain a copy of the signed form for your records
- 10If e‑filing, do not send a paper Form 9000
How to file this form
- 1Complete the name, SSN, and address fields on Form 9000
- 2Select one accessible format by checking the appropriate box
- 3Sign and date the form
- 4If attaching to a tax return, staple Form 9000 to the front of Form 1040 (or the applicable variant) before mailing
- 5Mail the combined package to the address shown on your tax return instructions, or mail Form 9000 alone to IRS Kansas City, MO 64999‑0002
- 6Retain the signed copy as proof of filing
Known limitations
- 1Form 9000 does not update your mailing address; use Form 8822 for address changes
- 2A paper Form 9000 is not required when you e‑file your tax return
- 3The form applies only to taxpayers with print disabilities
- 4Only one election box may be checked; multiple selections will cause the form to be rejected
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General Info
2 items
Full legal name and taxpayer identification number (SSN or EIN).
Current mailing address.
Details
2 items
Complete all applicable sections of this form according to the official IRS instructions.
Enter the relevant dollar amount if this form involves tax calculation.
Certification
1 items
Read and acknowledge any certifications required by this form.
Signatures
1 items
Sign and date. Unsigned forms cannot be processed.
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Fillable formOpen in Editor->Form 9000 shows a November 2021 revision (11‑2021) and directs users to www.irs.gov/Form9000 for the latest information.
What changed or needs a fresh check
- Edition date — confirm the form shows November 2021 revision
- Fee — Not stated in the official source
- Mailing address — confirm you will mail to Department of the Treasury Internal Revenue Service, Kansas City, MO 64999-0002
- Signature — confirm the taxpayer signs and dates the form
Quick Facts
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After you file
- 1Keep the signed copy of Form 9000 in a safe place for at least three years
- 2Watch for a standard print copy of communications arriving in the same envelope as the alternative format
- 3If you need to change the election, file a new Form 9000 or call 800‑829‑1040
- 4If you notice an error, correct it by submitting a new Form 9000 with the correct information
Sources
- SRCForm 9000 (November 2021) revision date — source [Form p.1]
- SRCLatest information page URL — source [Form p.1]
- SRCPurpose: taxpayers with print disabilities can elect alternative media — source [Form p.3]
- SRCElection can be changed by filing new Form 9000 or calling 800‑829‑1040 — source [Form p.3]
- SRCAttach Form 9000 to Form 1040, 1040‑SR, 1040‑NR, 1040‑PR, or 1040‑SS — source [Form p.3]
- SRCIf e‑file, no paper form needed — source [Form p.3]
- SRCMailing address for standalone filing — source [Form p.3]
- SRCForm 8822 is used for address changes — source [Form p.3]
- SRCOnly one election box may be checked; multiple boxes will not be processed — source [Form p.1]
- SRCSignature and date required — source [Form p.1]
Common confusion points
Can I check more than one box?
The form states only one box may be checked; multiple boxes cause rejection
→ Verify that only one election box is selected
Do I need to file this if I e‑file my return?
E‑filing eliminates the need for a paper Form 9000
→ Skip paper filing when using e‑file
Will I still receive a standard print copy?
IRS always sends a standard print copy in the same envelope
→ Expect both standard and alternative copies
Where do I mail Form 9000 if filing it alone?
The address is Kansas City, MO 64999‑0002 for standalone filing
→ Use the specified mailing address
Do I have to fill out the address when attaching to my return?
Address fields are required only for standalone filing
→ Leave address blank when attaching to a return
Can I change my election by phone?
IRS allows changes via phone at 800‑829‑1040 or by filing a new form
→ Call 800‑829‑1040 to confirm change
Workflow map
Related forms and next steps
Before
Current
After
Often used with
⚠ If something goes wrong
- Form 1040‑X – amended return to correct election error
Questions about IRS Form 9000
What is IRS Form 9000 used for?
Form 9000 lets people who have trouble reading normal print tell the IRS to send them letters in a format that’s easier for them, such as large print. You fill it out and either attach it to your tax return or mail it by itself.
Who must file IRS Form 9000?
Taxpayers with print disabilities must file IRS Form 9000 if they want IRS written communications in an accessible format.
What information does IRS Form 9000 require?
The form collects the taxpayer’s name, Social Security Number or ITIN, current address (if filed alone), and the chosen accessible format option listed on line 1.
Where do I file IRS Form 9000?
If you attach Form 9000 to your tax return, send it to the address shown in the instructions for that return. If you file the form by itself, mail it to Department of the Treasury, Internal Revenue Service, Kansas City, MO 64999‑0002. No paper filing is needed when you e‑file your return.
How do I complete IRS Form 9000?
Enter the taxpayer’s name, SSN or ITIN, and, if filing alone, the full current address. Check only one box on line 1 to select the desired format (e.g., Large Print). Attach the completed form to your Form 1040 series return, or, if filing alone, sign the form and mail it to the Kansas City address. No separate signature is required when the form is attached to an e‑filed return.
What happens if IRS Form 9000 is filed incorrectly?
Providing incomplete or incorrect information can prevent the IRS from processing the election, leaving you without the requested accessible communications.
Can I check more than one box?
The form states only one box may be checked; multiple boxes cause rejection Verify that only one election box is selected
Do I need to file this if I e‑file my return?
E‑filing eliminates the need for a paper Form 9000 Skip paper filing when using e‑file
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