Need Prior Year Tax Information from the IRS?

Taxpayers who need certain prior year tax return information can obtain it from the IRS. In fact, you can order the current year transcript and the past three years for free.

The tax return transcript shows most line items from the tax return as it was originally filed, including any accompanying forms and schedules. However, any changes made after the return was filed will not be reflected on this type of transcript.

The tax account transcript is designed to show the adjustments you or the IRS made after your tax return was filed. This transcript shows basic data; including marital status, type of return filed, adjusted gross income and taxable income.