IRS Form 6112 – Order for Prior Year Tax Products – Need a blank copy of an old Form 1040, Schedule A, or instructions from 2021–2025? IRS Form 6112 (Rev. May 2025) — officially titled “Order for Prior Year Tax Products” — lets you request physical copies of prior-year tax forms and instructions by mail at no charge.
Download the latest version directly from the IRS here:
https://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-pdf/f6112.pdf
Why Use Form 6112?
Most people download prior-year forms instantly from the IRS website. However, you may prefer Form 6112 if you:
- Want printed paper copies
- Have limited or no internet access
- Need multiple copies for a class, office, or volunteer tax-prep site
- Require exact historical versions not easily printable from older devices
The form covers the five most recent prior tax years (as of 2026: 2021–2025, with shaded boxes showing unavailable items).
What Products Can You Order with Form 6112?
You can request:
- Individual tax forms (1040, 1040-SR, 1040-X — current version only, Schedules A–SE, 2441, etc.)
- Business forms
- Instructions for any selected form
- Additional forms you write in yourself
Note: This form is only for blank forms and instructions — not for copies of your filed returns or transcripts. Use Form 4506 or 4506-T for those.
Step-by-Step: How to Complete Form 6112
- Enter your name (or company name) and “Attention” line if applicable.
- Provide complete mailing address (include foreign country if outside the U.S.).
- For each desired form and tax year, enter the quantity in the box.
- Check the “Inst.” box if you also want the instructions.
- Write in any extra forms not pre-printed.
- Sign and date (optional — not required for this order form).
Mail to:
Internal Revenue Service
2525 Revenue Drive
Bloomington, IL 61705-2500
Processing Time
The IRS processes mailed form orders through the National Distribution Center. Allow several weeks for delivery. If you need forms faster, download them online instead.
Faster & Free Alternatives (Recommended for Most People)
- Download instantly → Visit the official IRS prior-year page:
https://www.irs.gov/forms-pubs/prior-year
Searchable database includes Form 1040 (2024, 2023, …), Form 941, Publication 17, and hundreds more. - Get transcripts of your own returns (free, fastest) → Use your IRS online account at IRS.gov/account or Get Transcript by Mail (Form 4506-T).
- Copies of your actual filed returns → File Form 4506 (fee applies).
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Form 6112 free?
Yes — no charge for the forms or shipping. - Can I order for someone else?
Yes, just use their mailing address. - Is Form 1040-X available for prior years?
Only the current version of Form 1040-X is supplied; prior versions are not. - What if I need forms older than 5 years?
They are generally available online in the prior-year archive or by special request. - Can I fax Form 6112?
No — the form instructions specify mailing only.
Bottom Line
For quick access, go digital at IRS.gov/prior-year.
If you truly need paper copies mailed to you, IRS Form 6112 is the official, free way to get them.
Bookmark this page or the official IRS links above — tax season comes fast, and having the right prior-year products saves headaches!
Last updated: February 2026 — always verify the latest revision on IRS.gov.