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IRS forms & instructions

Start with the official IRS index, then open the form page for current instructions and related schedules.

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Forms & instructions index

Search current IRS forms, instructions, and popular filing documents.

What this is for

Find current federal forms and open their related instructions and schedules.

Who this is for

Individuals, businesses, and preparers looking for an official IRS filing document.

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Individual return
Form 1040

U.S. Individual Income Tax Return and related schedules for individual filers.

What this is for

File a federal individual income-tax return and connect the schedules that apply.

Who this is for

Most individual taxpayers filing a federal personal income-tax return.

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Withholding
Form W-4

Employee’s Withholding Certificate for updating federal paycheck withholding.

What this is for

Tell an employer how much federal income tax to withhold from a paycheck.

Who this is for

Employees starting a job or changing their withholding elections.

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Estimated tax
Form 1040-ES

Estimated Tax for Individuals when income is not fully covered by withholding.

What this is for

Calculate and plan federal estimated tax payments during the year.

Who this is for

Individuals with self-employment, investment, rental, or other income without withholding.

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