Exception:
Internal Revenue Manual Part 25. Special Topics · 2026-10-03 edition · updated 2026-10-04 · United States
When the parent has had an address update since filing or amending their return, use the most current address of the parent when establishing or updating the entity.
(5) The case is IRS identified and information is available for the:Parent(s) (when custody is not specified)
Both parents meet criteria in Table Scenarios (1), (2), or (3),
When custody cannot be determined, establish or update the dependent’s entity using the current address of parent who filed the earliest tax return received for the current processing year.
If the case is being worked on October 31 or earlier, and a tax return for the current processing year has not been received, use the current address of the parent who filed the earliest tax return received for the immediately preceding tax year.
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