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Here are some common questions and answers for tax free for innocent spouse
 

1. How do I request relief?

File Form 8857, Request for Innocent Spouse Relief, to ask the IRS for relief. You need not file multiple forms. One form can cover multiple years.
 

2. Should I include a letter when filing Form 8857?

You may include a letter and any other information you would like IRS to consider.
 

3. When should I file Form 8857?

You should file Form 8857 as soon as you become aware of a tax liability for which you believe only your spouse or former spouse should be held.
The following are some of the ways you may become aware of such a liability.
a. The IRS is examining your tax return and proposing to increase your tax liability.
b. The IRS sends you a notice.
PLEASE NOTE – However, you generally must file Form 8857 no later than 2 years after the first IRS attempt to collect the tax from you that occurs after July 22, 1998. (But see the exceptions below for different filing deadlines that apply).
 

Exception for equitable relief.

On July 25, 2011, the IRS issued Notice 2011-70 expanding the amount of time to request equitable relief. The amount of time to request equitable relief depends on whether you are seeking relief from a balance due, seeking a credit or refund, or both:
1. Balance Due.
Generally, you must file your request within the time period the IRS has
to collect the tax. Generally, the IRS has 10 years from the date the tax liability was
assessed to collect the tax. In certain cases, the 10-year period is suspended.
2. Credit or Refund.
Generally, you must file your request within 3 years after the date
the original return was filed or within 2 years after the date the tax was paid, whichever
is later. But you may have more time to file if you live in a federally declared disaster
area or you are physically or mentally unable to manage your financial affairs.
3. Both a Balance Due and a Credit or Refund.
If you are seeking a refund of amounts
you paid and relief from a balance due over and above what you have paid, the time
period for credit or refund will apply to any payments you have made, and the time
period for collection of a balance due amount will apply to any unpaid liability.

4. Where should I file my Innocent Spouse claim?

Please mail the Form 8857, Request for Innocent Spouse Relief, to:
Internal Revenue Service
Innocent Spouse
Stop 840-F
P.O. Box 120053
Covington, KY 41012
OR
You may fax the Form 8857 and attachments to the IRS at 855-233-8558.
a. Please write your name and social security number on any attachments
b. Please do not file the Form 8857 with your tax return or Tax Court.
 

5. What type of documents do I need to submit with the Form 8857, Request for Innocent Spouse Relief?

You should carefully review the Form 8857, Request for Innocent Spouse Relief, and it will guide you on what documents to submit. For comprehensive information on Innocent Spouse, Publication 971, Innocent Spouse Relief, explains each type of relief, who may qualify, and how to request relief.
 

6. I want to file, but I am afraid of what my ex-spouse will do, should I still file?

By law, the IRS must contact your spouse or former spouse. There are no exceptions, even for victims of spousal abuse or domestic violence. Therefore, you should consider all options including an Offer-in-Compromise Doubt as to Liability.
We will inform your spouse or former spouse that your filed Form 8857 and will allow him or her to participate in the process. We must also inform him or her of its preliminary and final determinations regarding your request for relief.
However, to protect your privacy, the IRS will not disclose your personal information (for example, your current name, address, phone number(s), information about your employer, your income or assets? or any other information that does not relate to making a determination about your request for relief from liability.
 

7. How long will the process take?

When a Form 8857, Request for Innocent Spouse Relief, is filed with the IRS, it may take up to 6 months before a determination is made. During the processing time, the Service is requesting your tax information and contacting the non-requesting spouse. By law, the IRS must contact your spouse or former spouse.
There are no exceptions, even for victims of spousal abuse or domestic violence.
 
Tax Relief For Innocent Spouse – Speak with Former IRS Experts for Innocent Spouse