🇺🇸 United States

Form 8822 (Change of Address)

Notify the IRS of your new address by mail

Easy ~5 min TaxAddressIRSMoving

/ What is this form?

When you move, the IRS needs your new address to send refund checks, notices, and other correspondence. File Form 8822 (personal) or 8822-B (business). Can also update via your tax return.

/ Who needs this form?

Anyone who moved and expects IRS correspondence
People who have not filed a tax return with their new address yet

/ What you need before you start

Old and new address

Social Security Number

Signature

/ Step-by-step guide

1 Download Form 8822

Download from irs.gov. Use 8822 for personal address changes, 8822-B for business.

2 Fill in Your Information

Enter your name, Social Security Number, old address, and new address.

3 Sign and Mail

Sign the form and mail to the IRS address listed in the form instructions for your state.

/ Key fields explained

Field	What to enter	Common mistake
New address	Your current mailing address	Use a P.O. Box only if that is where you want IRS mail delivered

/ Common mistakes to avoid

Not updating and missing IRS notices

Confusing 8822 (personal) with 8822-B (business)

/ Frequently asked questions

Can I update online?

No, Form 8822 must be mailed. But filing your next tax return with the new address also updates it.