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Instructions for Form 944-X›(Rev. February 2026)›Specific Instructions:

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Instruction 944-X — Instructions for Form 944-X, Adjusted Employer's ANNUAL Federal Tax Return or Claim for Refund · 2026-10-03 edition · updated 2026-10-04 · United States

You can view, download, or print most of the forms, instructions, and publications you may need at IRS.gov/ Forms . Otherwise, you can go to IRS.gov/OrderForms to place an order and have them mailed to you. The IRS will process your order for forms and publications as soon as possible. Don’t resubmit requests you’ve already sent us. You can get forms and publications faster online.

Paperwork Reduction Act Notice. We ask for the information on Form 944-X to carry out the Internal Revenue laws of the United States. You’re required to give us the information. We need it to ensure that you’re complying with these laws and to allow us to figure and collect the right amount of tax.

You’re not required to provide the information requested on a form that is subject to the Paperwork Reduction Act unless the form displays a valid OMB control number. Books or records relating to a form or its instructions must be retained as long as their contents may become material in the administration of any Internal Revenue law. Generally, tax returns and return information are confidential, as required by section 6103.

The time needed to complete and file Form 944-X will vary depending on individual circumstances. The estimated burden for employers filing Form 944-X is approved under OMB control number 1545-0029 and is included in the estimates shown in the Instructions for Form 944.

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