Do you have a print disability? With Form 9000 from the IRS, taxpayers can elect to receive written communications in an accessible format. Find out what forms can be requested, who can file, and how to file with Form 9000.
What is Form 9000?
Form 9000 is a way for taxpayers with print disabilities to elect to receive written communications from the IRS in an accessible format. Taxpayers can also use Form 9000 to change or request other forms in an accessible format. To file Form 9000, it must be attached to a Form 1040, 1040-SR, 1040-NR, 1040-PR, or 1040-SS, and sent to the appropriate address or you can file it by itself with the IRS. An accessible PDF version of Form 9000 can be found on IRS.gov, as well as large print and braille versions available by calling 800-829-3676.
IRS Form 9000 – Who Needs to Fill It Out?
IRS Form 9000 is available for taxpayers with print disabilities who wish to elect to receive written communications from the IRS in an accessible format. To make an election on this form, attach it to your tax return and send it to the address listed in the instructions, or file the form by itself by mailing it to the provided address. You may also call 800-829-3676 or visit www.irs.gov/form-pubs/information-about-the-alternative-media-center to change your election or to request other forms in accessible format. A standard print copy of written communications will be provided in the same envelope as the alternative media copy.
Step-by-Step: Form 9000 Instructions For Filling Out the Document
Form 9000 can be filed by taxpayers with print disabilities to indicate their preferred format for IRS written communications. It should be attached to the Form 1040, 1040-SR, 1040-NR, 1040-PR, or 1040-SS return, though if the return is e-filed, a paper version is not needed. If a return has not been filed, Form 9000 may be mailed directly to the Department of the Treasury Internal Revenue Service in Kansas City, MO. To download an accessible PDF version of Form 9000, visit www.irs.gov/forms-pubs/accessible-irs-tax-products. To order a large print or braille version, call 800-829-3676. Information about other accessibility products and services is available at www.irs.gov/forms-pubs/information-about-the-alternative-media-center. Making an election on this form will affect how the IRS provides written communications, which may be changed at any time.
Below, we present a table that will help you understand how to fill out Form 9000.
| Information Required for Form 9000 | Details |
|---|---|
| Use | Indicate preferred format for IRS written communications |
| Attachment | Should be attached to the Form 1040, 1040-SR, 1040-NR, 1040-PR, or 1040-SS return |
| E-filing | If the return is e-filed, a paper version is not needed |
| Mailing | If a return has not been filed, Form 9000 may be mailed directly to the Department of the Treasury Internal Revenue Service in Kansas City, MO |
| Accessible PDF | To download an accessible PDF version of Form 9000, visit www.irs.gov/forms-pubs/accessible-irs-tax-products |
| Large Print or Braille | To order a large print or braille version, call 800-829-3676 |
| Accessibility Information | Information about other accessibility products and services is available at www.irs.gov/forms-pubs/information-about-the-alternative-media-center |
| IRS Communications | Making an election on this form will affect how the IRS provides written communications, which may be changed at any time |
Do You Need to File Form 9000 Each Year?
No, Form 9000 does not need to be filed annually. This form should be submitted once to signify a taxpayer’s preferred format for IRS written communications. This election may be updated at any time by filing a new form or calling 800-829-1040. For tax returns, Form 9000 should be attached and filed to the usual returns (e.g. Form 1040, 1040-SR, 1040-NR, 1040-PR, or 1040-SS) or sent in by itself to the address noted in the form instructions. E-filing will not require a paper copy of Form 9000. Visit www.irs.gov/forms-pubs/information-about-the-alternative-media-center for more information.
Download the official IRS Form 9000 PDF
On the official IRS website, you will find a link to download Form 9000. However, to make it easier for you, we are providing the link in our article, which comes directly from the official irs.gov website! Click to download: Form 9000
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