Get Form 211 (rev. 3-2024). Application For Award For Original Information

Filling out Form 211 can be a straightforward process with clear guidance. This form is used to apply for an award for original information regarding tax violations, and completing it correctly is essential for a smooth submission.

Follow the steps to complete the Form 211 online.

1. Press the ‘Get Form’ button to access the form and open it in your preferred online editor.
2. Section A: Information about the person or business you are reporting. Begin by indicating if you are submitting information related to an existing claim by checking 'Yes' or 'No'. If applicable, provide any existing claim number.
3. Next, indicate if you have reported this information to the IRS or any other agency. If yes, provide the agency name, date of submission, and contact person's name if known.
4. Check the box if you are including any attachments with this claim submission.
5. Fill out the taxpayer's name, taxpayer identification number (like SSN, ITIN, or EIN), date of birth or approximate age, and their complete address including ZIP code.
6. If there are additional taxpayers involved, check the box to add more entries and provide their details.
7. Indicate your relationship to the alleged non-compliant taxpayer, checking all applicable boxes and offering descriptions if needed.
8. Section B: Information about the alleged violation. Check all the types of violations that apply to the case.
9. Describe the violation in detail, providing all supporting facts and attaching any documentation that substantiates your claim.
10. Indicate whether the information in your claim is based on public information, and elaborate on how you learned about it.
11. Provide details about the amount of tax owed and any relevant supporting records or a summary.
12. Fill in the specific tax years and amounts if known, checking the box if the violation is ongoing.
13. Section C: Information about yourself. If there are multiple claimants, check the appropriate box and ensure each claimant completes their information.
14. Enter your personal details including name, date of birth, identification numbers, address, phone number, and email.
15. Indicate if you have a Power of Attorney form attached.
16. Respond to questions regarding your employment status with the IRS or the Department of Treasury.
17. Provide the required declaration under penalty of perjury, including your signature and the date.
18. After completing the form, review for accuracy and clarity before saving changes, downloading, or printing the completed document.

Complete your Form 211 online today to ensure a timely and accurate submission.