Form 2848: IRS Power of Attorney Online

What is 2848?

Form 2848 grants power of attorney for federal tax matters to representatives eligible to practice before the IRS: attorneys, CPAs, enrolled agents, and a few narrower categories. It is scoped, not general; you list the tax form numbers, matters, and years it covers, and the representative signs a declaration under penalty of perjury.

Once processed into the CAF system, the IRS will deal with your representative directly and copy them on notices. It does not transfer your obligations; returns and taxes remain yours.

Who files 2848?

Taxpayers under audit, appeal, or collection who want professional representation
People who want their CPA handling IRS calls and letters
Businesses authorizing outside advisors for employment or income tax matters

How to fill out 2848

Enter your details as taxpayer in Part I, and each representative with their credentials and CAF number.
Describe the matters covered: form numbers, descriptions, and the years or periods.
Note any specific additions or restrictions to the default powers.
Download and sign, have the representative sign the declaration in Part II, and submit it by fax, mail, or through the IRS online CAF upload.

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List any other specific deletions to the acts otherwise authorized in this power of attorney (see instructions for line 5b):

5b. Line 2 of 2.

6. Retention/revocation of prior power(s) of attorney. The filing of this power of attorney automatically revokes all earlier power(s) of

Title (if applicable)

Print name

Print name of taxpayer from line 1 if other than individual

Note: For designations d–f, enter your title, position, or relationship to the taxpayer in the "Licensing jurisdiction" column. Row: 1.

Row: 1. Column: Licensing jurisdiction (State) or other licensing authority (if applicable).

Row: 1. Column: Bar, license, certification, registration, or enrollment number (if applicable).

Row: 1. Column: Date.

Row: 2. Column: Designation—Insert above letter (a–r).

Row: 2. Column: Licensing jurisdiction (State) or other licensing authority (if applicable).

Row: 2. Column: Bar, license, certification, registration, or enrollment number (if applicable).

Row: 2. Column: Date.

Row: 3. Column: Designation—Insert above letter (a–r).

Row: 3. Column: Licensing jurisdiction (State) or other licensing authority (if applicable).

Row: 3. Column: Bar, license, certification, registration, or enrollment number (if applicable).

Row: 3. Column: Date.

Row: 4. Column: Designation—Insert above letter (a–r).

Row: 4. Column: Licensing jurisdiction (State) or other licensing authority (if applicable).

Row: 4. Column: Bar, license, certification, registration, or enrollment number (if applicable).

Row: 4. Column: Date.

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Frequently asked questions

Can a family member be my representative?

Only within limited categories: immediate family qualify as unenrolled representatives in specific situations. Full practice rights require an attorney, CPA, or enrolled agent.

What is the difference from Form 8821?

Form 8821 only authorizes someone to receive your tax information. The 2848 authorizes actual representation: advocating, negotiating, and signing certain documents.

Form 2848, Power of Attorney and Declaration of Representative

What is 2848?

Who files 2848?

How to fill out 2848

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Related forms

Form 8821, Tax Information Authorization

Form 4506-T, Request for Transcript of Tax Return

Form 56, Notice Concerning Fiduciary Relationship