Publication Date: May 7, 2003
Author: General Manager: FSA Schools Channel
Summary: IRS Instructions on How to Request Transcripts of Tax Returns, Copies of Tax Returns or 1722 Letters
Posted on 05-07-2003
TO : Financial Aid Community
FROM : Kay Jacks, General Manager, Schools Channel, FSA
SUBJECT: IRS Instructions on How to Request Transcripts of Tax Returns,
Copies of Tax Returns or 1722 Letters
The INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE has informed us they will no longer accept
requests for transcripts of Tax Returns, Copies of Tax Returns, or 1722
Letters through their walk-in offices. These documents are now available
only through a written request or by calling their toll-free number at (800)
829-1040. Attached is an information sheet that may be useful to your
students.
Related publications: See 34 CFR 668.57 regarding acceptable documentation
for verification and the Application and Verification Guide module of the
FSA Handbooks.