What Is IRS Form 4506-B?
Form 4506-B is the Request for a Copy of Exempt Organization IRS Application or Letter. Start by checking the IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search (TEOS), where most determination letters are posted. If yours isn't there, use Form 4506-B. The IRS can take 45 to 60 days to process
a request.
How It Works
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Fill it out online
Complete the fillable Form 4506-B with guidance on every line.
Download it
Save your finished form as a PDF.
Email the IRS
Send it to the address and subject line we provide.
Once you have your letter, your organization can show donors its status on
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What You Can Request
Determination letter
Just the letter from your most recently
approved application.
Exemption application
Your most recently approved Form 1023, 1023-EZ, 1024, or 1024-A, with supporting documents and the letter.
Affirmation letter
A current-dated letter confirming your organization's exempt status.
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Form 1023 & 1023-EZ Filing Guide
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E-file Database Update Letter
Fix an e-file rejection for a mismatch you already updated.
FAQs
Form 4506-B FAQs
Yes. Most determination letters are posted on the IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search. If yours is there, you can download it right away. Use Form 4506-B when it isn't listed.
Requests can take 45 to 60 days. Requests under "Other" take longer.
By email to the IRS Exempt Organizations office. Your account gives you the exact address and subject line to use.
Yes. Creating an account is free, and the fillable Form 4506-B is free to fill out and download. You only pay when you e-file a supported return.
Get a Copy of Your Determination Letter
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DISCLAIMER: Tax990 is an IRS-authorized e-file provider for nonprofit returns. This page is educational and isn't legal or tax advice. Form 4506-B isn't e-filed through Tax990; you fill it out, then email it to the IRS. IRS fees may apply depending on your requester category. Always confirm current requirements at IRS.gov.