If that's what you're after, you'll probably need to fill out IRS
Form 4506 instead (and there's a fee).
If earlier tax returns are needed, then a copy of the return can be ordered using the
Form 4506. A copy of the returns requested will generally be provided within 6 weeks of the request.
Table 1: Replacing Lost Financial Records MISSING ITEMS POSSIBLE SOURCE ACTIONS Previously filed Paid preparer or Contact paid preparer, federal tax returns regional IRS Service if possible, or Center file
Form 4506 with regional IRS Service Center.
Copies of the returns can be obtained by filing IRS
Form 4506, Request for Copy of Tax Form, at the IRS Service Center where the original return was filed.
If the client filed a return but failed to keep a copy, use
Form 4506, Request for Copy of Tax Return.
To request copies, they should write "HURRICANE KATRINA" in red ink at the top of
Form 4506,' 'Request for Copy of Tax Return" or Form 4506-T, "Request for Transcript of Tax Return" as appropriate, and send it to the Service.
* File
Form 4506, Request for Copy or Transcript of Tax Form, with the IRS to obtain previous federal income tax returns.
Such taxpayers should write the assigned disaster designation in red ink at the top of
Form 4506, Request for Copy of Tax Return, or Form 4506-T, Request for Transcript of Tax Return, as appropriate, and submit it to the IRS.
A taxpayer who loses or misplaces his or her tax return may obtain a copy by filing
Form 4506, Request for Copy or Transcript of Tax Form, along with the applicable fee to the IRS center where the return was filed.
Those needing copies of tax returns to apply for aid or other purposes can have the normal user fee waived by writing "Hurricane Katrina" in red across the top margin of
Form 4506, Request for Copy of Tax Return.
Payment is due in advance using
Form 4506, Request for Copy or Transcript of Tax Form.