How to Change a Person's State of Residency on His Taxes

If you move, you'll want to notify the IRS of your new address to ensure you receive important correspondence and refunds. You can alert the IRS of your new address, but taxpayers commonly report the change on IRS Form 8822. Alternatively, you can report your new address on your next tax return if you'll be filing soon, or write a letter containing the same information requested by the IRS change of address form.

Instructions

1. Download IRS Form 8822, Change of Address. See the Resources section of this article for a link. The form is also available for free on the IRS website.

2. Complete Part 1. If you're reporting the change for your individual tax account, check box "1." If you previously filed a joint return, but are now separated from your spouse, check the box that indicates you'll have an address different from that of your spouse.

3. Provide your old address and new address. The IRS will verify the change is made to the correct account by using your old address and Social Security number as matching items.

4. Sign the form. If you're married and file jointly, both spouses must sign. This rule does not apply to spouses who will maintain separate addresses and filing statuses.

5. Mail the form to the address associated with your state as listed on the second page of the form instructions.

References

• Internal Revenue Service: Tax Topic 157: Change of Address: How to Notify IRS

Resources

• Internal Revenue Service: Form 8822: Change of Address