Whatever the reason for sending your dead-tree tax documents via snail mail, here are 5 tips to ensure your return meets IRS and USPS requirements.

1. Make sure your post office is open.
2. 2. Mail your return first class.
3. Put your return address on your envelope.
4. Send your return to the correct IRS office.
5. Be patient.

How many stamps should I put on my tax return?

Some tax returns include many forms and require additional postage. For First-Class letter-sized envelopes, one ounce is 49 cents and 21 cents for each additional ounce. A two-ounce letter-sized envelope is 70 cents.

Do you have to mail your federal tax return?

Millions of taxpayers file their federal tax returns electronically, but you may prefer to use good old snail mail. If you use tax preparation software, print out a paper copy of your return.

How do you mail multiple tax returns to the IRS?

When You’re Mailing Multiple Tax Returns. If you’re mailing two or more tax returns to the IRS at the same time, consider placing each in its own envelope, then place each of those envelopes into a larger envelope. Mail the larger envelope to the IRS by certified mail, return receipt requested.

Where do I Send my international tax return?

International taxpayers often mail their returns to Austin, TX or Charlotte, NC (if submitting payment). But the address where you send your return might differ. Check the appropriate address on the IRS website . The IRS will accept the “sent on” date on envelopes sent using an approved carrier just as it does with U.S. mail.

How long does it take to sign a paper tax return?

If you mail a paper Form 1040, U.S. Individual Income Tax Return PDF, it can take 6 to 8 weeks to process your return. For signing an electronic return see Validating Your Electronically Filed Tax Return. For signing a paper tax return: