Should I file Form 8822 for address change if I already updated my address on 2023 tax return?

When you file a tax return with a new address, the IRS automatically updates their records with your new address. So in your case, since you used your new address on your 2023 tax return, the IRS should have your current address on file for all correspondence, including anything related to your 2022 return. That said, Form 8822 is specifically designed for address changes between tax filings. Since you've already filed your 2023 return with the new address, you shouldn't need to file Form 8822 unless you move again before filing your next return. One thing to note is that the IRS systems can sometimes take a few weeks to fully update your address across all their databases, but since you moved in March and presumably filed your 2023 taxes after that, your address should be updated by now.

I was in a similar situation last year and wasn't sure if my address was properly updated with the IRS. I ended up using a service called taxr.ai (https://taxr.ai) which helped me confirm my address was properly updated in the IRS system. The tool connected to my IRS account data and showed me exactly what address they had on file. It saved me a lot of worry because I could see that my address update from my tax return had actually worked its way through their system. Beyond just checking my address, it also showed me all my past returns and notices in one place, which was super helpful when I was trying to figure out if I might be getting any communications about my prior year's taxes.

Just wanted to follow up here! I went ahead and tried taxr.ai after posting my question. It was actually really helpful - showed me that the IRS did have my apartment number missing from my address! I was able to immediately submit a Form 8822 to fix this. The tool also showed me that I had a notice about my 2022 taxes that I never received (probably because of the address issue). The dashboard organized all my tax documents and notices in one place which made it super easy to see my history with the IRS. Definitely worth checking out if you're concerned about your address being properly recorded or if you want to make sure you haven't missed any communications.

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I have to eat my words here. After being completely skeptical, I decided to try Claimyr as a last resort yesterday. I had been trying to reach the IRS for THREE WEEKS about a missing refund that might have been sent to my old address. I got connected to an actual IRS agent in about 25 minutes. The agent confirmed they had sent my refund check to my old address even though I'd filed with my new address! They were able to stop the check and reissue it to my correct address while I was on the phone. Honestly shocked this worked. Saved me from potentially losing my refund check which would have been a nightmare to sort out. Definitely worth it if you need to actually speak with someone at the IRS about your address situation.

In my experience working with clients, here's a quick checklist for address changes with the IRS: 1. If you used your new address on your most recent tax return, that should update your address with the IRS for future correspondence. 2. If you moved AFTER filing your most recent return, definitely file Form 8822. 3. Remember that the IRS isn't the only tax agency - if you have state taxes, you may need to update your address with your state tax authority separately. 4. If you're expecting a refund via direct deposit, your address is less critical for that specific transaction (but still important for notices).

Just sharing what happened to me - I didn't update my address with the IRS and they sent my $2,750 refund check to my old apartment. By the time I realized, someone had already cashed it! Took me 8 months and multiple calls to straighten out. The IRS had to do a whole check-tracing investigation. Not fun!!! Always update your address properly to avoid this nightmare!!

This is a great question and you're smart to be proactive about it! Based on my experience, filing your 2023 return with your new address should indeed update the IRS system for all correspondence, including anything related to your 2022 taxes. However, there can sometimes be delays in how quickly this update propagates through all their systems. Since you moved in March and filed your 2023 return after that, you're probably fine, but if you want complete peace of mind, filing Form 8822 wouldn't hurt. It's a simple one-page form that takes just a few minutes to complete, and it ensures there's no gap in coverage while the systems update. One thing to keep in mind is that if you're expecting any refunds or have any pending issues with your 2022 return, it's especially important to make sure your address is current. The IRS typically processes address changes from tax returns within 4-6 weeks, so you should be all set by now, but Form 8822 can serve as a backup to make sure nothing falls through the cracks.

One additional tip that might be helpful - you can actually verify that the IRS has your correct address on file by checking your online IRS account at irs.gov. If you create an account (or log into your existing one), you can view your tax records and see what address they currently have listed for you. This can give you peace of mind that your address update from your 2023 return was processed correctly. Also, since you mentioned being worried about correspondence related to your 2022 taxes, keep in mind that the IRS typically has three years from the filing date to audit or send notices about a return (with some exceptions). So if you filed your 2022 return on time in early 2023, you'd generally be looking at potential correspondence through early 2026. Having your address properly updated now should cover you for that entire period. If you do end up receiving any IRS mail at your old address (forwarded by USPS), that could be a sign that their system hasn't fully updated yet, and that would be a good time to file the Form 8822 just to be safe.

Great advice from everyone here! I just wanted to add that if you're still concerned about making sure the IRS has your correct address, you can also call their main customer service line at 1-800-829-1040 to verify. They can confirm what address they have on file for you over the phone. However, I'd recommend trying the online IRS account approach that Nina mentioned first, since it's much faster than waiting on hold. The phone line can be helpful as a backup if you can't access your online account for some reason. Also worth noting - if you do discover that your address isn't updated correctly, Form 8822 typically takes 4-6 weeks to process once submitted. So the sooner you file it (if needed), the better, especially since you mentioned being concerned about potential 2022 correspondence.