IRS Form 3911 Spanish – If your IRS tax refund hasn’t arrived or your refund check was lost, stolen, or destroyed, the IRS Form 3911 Spanish (official title: Declaración del Contribuyente sobre el Reembolso) is the form you need to request a trace and replacement. This is the fully Spanish-language version of Form 3911, designed specifically for Spanish-speaking taxpayers.
Official Download Link (Spanish PDF):
https://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-pdf/f3911sp.pdf
(Latest revision: October 2022 – still current as of 2026)
This IRS.gov-sourced guide explains everything: what the form is for, when to use it, how to fill it out step-by-step, where to send it, and what happens next. All information comes directly from official IRS resources.
What Is IRS Form 3911 Spanish?
Formulario 3911 (SP) is the Spanish version of the Taxpayer Statement Regarding Refund. The IRS uses it to investigate and trace federal tax refunds that were issued but never received, or where the paper check was lost, stolen, or destroyed.
Key facts:
- One form per refund (file a separate Form 3911 for each tax year or refund).
- Applies to both paper checks and direct deposits (though direct deposit issues often require contacting your bank first).
- Takes less than 5 minutes to complete on average.
- You declare under penalties of perjury that the information is true and agree to return any duplicate refund.
The Spanish version is identical in purpose and fields to the English Form 3911 but is written entirely in Spanish for easier use by Spanish speakers.
(Note: Images above show the structure of Form 3911; the Spanish version follows the exact same layout but uses Spanish text. Download the official Spanish PDF linked above.)
When Should You File Formulario 3911 (Spanish Version)?
Use IRS Form 3911 Spanish if:
- You never received your expected refund (paper check or direct deposit).
- You received a refund check that was later lost, stolen, or destroyed.
- You contacted your bank about a missing direct deposit and waited at least 2 weeks with no resolution.
Do NOT use it if:
- The refund is still “in process” (check Where’s My Refund? first).
- You simply want the status of a pending refund.
- More than one year has passed since the check was issued and you still have it uncashed (contact the IRS for return instructions instead).
First steps recommended by the IRS:
- Use the free Where’s My Refund? tool on IRS.gov or the IRS2Go app (available in Spanish).
- For direct deposit issues, contact your bank first.
- Only after confirming the refund was issued but not received — file Form 3911.
Step-by-Step: How to Fill Out IRS Form 3911 Spanish?
The form has three simple sections. Print clearly or type. Use N/A for sections that do not apply.
Section I – Personal and Refund Information
- Line 1: Your current full name + Taxpayer ID (SSN or ITIN).
- Line 2: Spouse’s name (if joint return) + their Taxpayer ID. Both must sign later if joint.
- Line 3: Current mailing address + phone number (call between 8 a.m.–9 p.m. local time).
- Line 4: Name/address exactly as shown on your original tax return (or N/A if same).
- Lines 5–6: Authorized representative’s name and address (if you gave power of attorney).
- Line 7:
- Type of return (Individual / Business / Other)
- Refund type (Check or Direct Deposit)
- Refund amount
- Bank details (name, account type, routing number, account number) if direct deposit
- Tax period (e.g., 2024) and date you filed
Section II – What Happened to the Refund
Check all that apply:
- I did not receive a refund.
- I received the check but it was lost / stolen / destroyed.
- I received and endorsed the check (Note: IRS generally cannot issue a replacement if someone other than you cashed it).
Section III – Certification & Signatures
- Sign and date under penalty of perjury.
- For joint returns: Both spouses must sign.
- For businesses: Authorized signer only.
Important warnings from the form:
- If you still have an uncashed check older than 1 year, you cannot cash it — contact the IRS for return instructions.
- The IRS cannot replace a check that you endorsed and someone else cashed.
How and Where to Submit Form 3911 (Spanish)?
Submission methods (per official IRS instructions):
- Mail using the pre-addressed envelope if provided, OR
- Fax (do not send anything else with it), OR
- Mail to the IRS Refund Inquiry Unit for your state.
Mailing / Fax addresses by state group (updated December 2025):
| State Group | Mailing Address | Fax Number |
|---|---|---|
| ME, MD, MA, NH, VT | Andover Refund Inquiry Unit, 310 Lowell St, Mail Stop 666, Andover, MA 01810 | 855-253-3175 |
| GA, IA, KS, KY, VA | Atlanta Refund Inquiry Unit, 4800 Buford Hwy, Mail Stop 112, Chamblee, GA 30341 | 855-275-8620 |
| FL, LA, MS, OK, TX | Austin Refund Inquiry Unit, 3651 S IH 35 STOP 6542, Austin, TX 78741-7855 | 855-203-7538 |
| NY | Brookhaven Refund Inquiry Unit, 1040 Waverly Ave, Mail Stop 547, Holtsville, NY 11742 | 855-297-7736 |
| AK, AZ, CA, CO, HI, NV, NM, OR, UT, WA, WI, WY | Fresno Refund Inquiry Unit, 3211 S Northpointe Dr., Mail Stop B2007, Fresno, CA 93725 | 855-332-3068 |
| AR, CT, DE, IN, MI, MN, MO, MT, NE, NJ, OH, WV | Kansas City Refund Inquiry Unit, 333 W Pershing Rd, Mail Stop 6800, N-2, Kansas City, MO 64108 | 855-344-9993 |
| AL, NC, ND, SC, SD, TN | Memphis Refund Inquiry Unit, 5333 Getwell Rd, Mail Stop 8422, Memphis, TN 38118 | 855-580-4749 |
| DC, ID, IL, PA, RI | Philadelphia Refund Inquiry Unit, 2970 Market St, DP 3-L08-151, Philadelphia, PA 19104 | 855-404-9091 |
| Foreign address, APO/FPO, Form 2555/4563 | Austin Refund Inquiry Unit (same as TX above) | 855-203-7538 |
Business filers: Special rules apply (west of Mississippi → Ogden; east → Cincinnati). Check the full IRS page for exceptions.
Do not mail to the general Rancho Cordova address mentioned in the Privacy Notice.
What Happens After You Submit?
- The IRS starts a trace (may take up to 120 days).
- Banks have up to 90 days to respond on direct deposits.
- You will be notified of the result and, if approved, receive a replacement refund.
- Track progress via Where’s My Refund? or by calling the IRS.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Is there a deadline to file Form 3911 Spanish?
No strict deadline, but file as soon as you confirm the refund is missing to avoid delays.
Can I file electronically?
No — only paper or fax.
Do I need to attach anything?
Usually not. The form itself provides all needed information.
What if my address changed?
The form allows you to update it and serves as address-change documentation.
Is the Spanish version accepted everywhere?
Yes — it is an official IRS form.
Additional IRS Resources (in Spanish)
- Where’s My Refund? (Spanish)
- IRS2Go mobile app (fully available in Spanish)
- Acerca del Formulario 3911
- Free tax help via VITA/TCE programs (many locations offer Spanish service)
Official IRS page for Form 3911 Spanish:
https://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-pdf/f3911sp.pdf
Need help? Visit IRS.gov or call the IRS Refund Inquiry line (have your SSN and tax year ready).
By using the correct IRS Form 3911 Spanish version and following these steps, you give the IRS exactly the information needed to trace and replace your missing refund quickly and accurately.
Bookmark this page and download the form today — your refund is waiting! Always verify the latest instructions directly on IRS.gov, as mailing addresses can be updated.
All information verified from official IRS.gov sources (last reviewed December 2025).