Where can I find Form 9325 when I self-prepared my taxes for visa requirements?

You're definitely not the first person to run into this Form 9325 issue for visa applications! When you self-prepare and e-file, the Form 9325 is actually generated by your tax software (like TurboTax) right after your return is accepted by the IRS. If you used TurboTax, you should be able to log back into your account and access your past returns. After logging in, look for something like "Tax Documents" or "Past Returns" and download the complete return package for each year. The Form 9325 should be included somewhere in that PDF, usually toward the beginning or end of the document. If you can't find them there, you have a couple of alternatives. The most reliable option is getting tax return transcripts directly from the IRS. You can request these online through the IRS website by creating an account at https://www.irs.gov/individuals/get-transcript. Many visa officials will accept the tax return transcript in place of Form 9325, as it serves the same verification purpose.

After struggling with a similar situation for my spouse's visa application, I discovered taxr.ai at https://taxr.ai which totally saved me. I couldn't find my Form 9325 anywhere in my TurboTax documents and was getting desperate. I uploaded my old tax PDFs to taxr.ai and it immediately identified that my Form 9325 was actually buried in my return package under a different name ("E-file Acceptance Confirmation" or something similar). The tool analyzed all my tax documents and pointed out exactly where the electronic filing confirmation was located - turns out it contained all the same information as Form 9325 but TurboTax just labels it differently! The service also helped me organize all the specific documents needed for the visa application. It was way easier than manually searching through everything and trying to figure out what each document actually was.

Just wanted to update that I tried taxr.ai after posting my question here and it worked perfectly! My FreeTaxUSA returns had the Form 9325 information buried in something called "IRS E-file Acceptance" pages. I never would have found this on my own because I was specifically looking for something labeled "Form 9325." The service analyzed all three years of my returns in minutes and showed me exactly where to find the equivalent information. It also created a helpful checklist of all visa tax documents I needed. Just submitted everything to the visa office yesterday and they confirmed all the documentation was correct. Huge relief after stressing about this for weeks!

Another option if you're still struggling is to call the IRS directly, but good luck getting through to an actual person! After trying for days and constantly getting the "due to high call volume" message, I found Claimyr at https://claimyr.com which gets you past the IRS phone tree and holds your place in line. I was skeptical but desperate to get these Form 9325 documents for my partner's visa. After using Claimyr, they actually got me to an IRS agent within 30 minutes (after I'd wasted hours trying on my own). You can see how it works in this video: https://youtu.be/_kiP6q8DX5c The IRS agent confirmed that they could mail me official transcripts that would satisfy the visa requirement, and they also explained exactly what documentation would be acceptable alternatives to Form 9325. Saved me from potentially having our visa denied over missing paperwork!

I have to admit I was wrong about Claimyr. After my skeptical comment, I was still desperate for help with my Form 9325 situation, so I decided to try it anyway. The service actually worked exactly as described. I got a callback within about 40 minutes and was connected to an IRS representative who was surprisingly helpful. They confirmed that for visa purposes, I could use my tax return transcripts instead of Form 9325, and even helped me request them to be mailed to my address since I was having trouble with the online system. For anyone else in this situation - the IRS agent told me that embassy/visa officials are mainly looking for proof that you filed your taxes, and the tax return transcript serves that purpose just as well as Form 9325. Saved me a ton of stress!

Just want to add another perspective - I went through this exact situation last year for my K-1 visa. What I learned is that the specific requirements can vary depending on which embassy/consulate is processing your visa application. For my case (processed through London), they specifically wanted to see the actual e-file acceptance, not just the transcripts. But when my friend applied through the Montreal consulate, they were fine with just the tax return transcripts. I'd recommend checking the specific requirements for your visa category and processing location. Sometimes calling the visa information line can help clarify exactly what they need to see.

Has anyone had success using the IRS Get Transcript tool online? I'm in a similar situation but the IRS site keeps giving me errors when I try to create an account. Something about not being able to verify my phone number?

For anyone still wondering, I just went through this process for my visa application to the UK. Here's what worked for me: 1. For the most recent year (2024 taxes), I was able to go back into TaxAct and download the full return which included the Form 9325 equivalent. 2. For older years (2022-2023), I couldn't access my old TaxAct account, so I got Tax Return Transcripts from the IRS instead. 3. I included a brief cover letter explaining that the Tax Return Transcripts serve as official IRS confirmation that my taxes were filed and processed for those years. The visa was approved without any issues. From what the visa officer told me, they're mainly looking for proof that you've been tax compliant for the specified years, not specifically for Form 9325.

I'm dealing with this exact same situation right now! Just wanted to add that if you're using TurboTax, there's actually a specific way to find your Form 9325. After logging into your TurboTax account, go to "My Account" then "Tools" and look for "Prior Year Products." When you download your return, make sure you're downloading the "Complete PDF" version, not just the tax return itself. In my case, the Form 9325 was actually embedded in the very last pages of the complete PDF package. It wasn't a separate document but was included as part of the full filing package. The form shows your electronic filing PIN, date of acceptance, and confirmation that the IRS received your return electronically. Also, for anyone whose visa appointment is really soon - some embassies will accept a signed statement from your tax preparer (if you used one) confirming that your returns were e-filed and accepted. Obviously this won't work if you self-prepared, but it's worth checking if your embassy accepts this alternative documentation. Good luck with your visa application! I know how stressful this process can be when you're missing what seems like a critical document.