IRS Publications

The IRS wants you to file your tax return. That's why they have guides to help you with nearly every tax situation. Find the IRS publication that covers your particular situation.

Information on preparing, filing and extending returns

Need help with a specific tax issue? Browse this list of IRS Publications to access information on preparation, filing and extension of tax returns, including details for military, dependents, small businesses and more.

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The IRS continually updates its publications

IRS Publication Number	IRS Publication Title
Pub 1	Your Rights as a Taxpayer
Pub 3	Armed Forces Tax Guide
Pub 15	Employer's Tax Guide
Pub 17	Your Federal Income Tax
Pub 54	Tax Guide for U.S. Citizens and Resident Aliens Abroad
Pub 225	Farmer's Tax Guide
Pub 334	Tax Guide for Small Business
Pub 463	Travel, Entertainment, Gift and Car Expenses
Pub 501	Exemptions, Standard Deduction and Filing Information
Pub 502	Medical and Dental Expenses
Pub 503	Child and Dependent Care Expenses
Pub 504	Divorced or Separated Individuals
Pub 505	Tax Withholding and Estimated Tax
Pub 509	Tax Calendars for 2008
Pub 510	Excise Taxes for 2008
Pub 516	U.S. Government Civilian Employees Stationed Abroad
Pub 521	Moving Expenses
Pub 523	Selling Your Home
Pub 524	Credit for the Elderly or Disabled
Pub 525	Taxable and Nontaxable Income
Pub 526	Charitable Contributions
Pub 527	Residential Rental Property
Pub 529	Miscellaneous Deductions
Pub 530	Tax Information for First-Time Homeowners
Pub 531	Reporting Tip Income
Pub 535	Business Expenses
Pub 536	Net Operating Losses
Pub 537	Installment Sales
Pub 538	Accounting Periods and Methods
Pub 541	Tax Information on Partnerships
Pub 542	Tax Information on Corporations
Pub 544	Sales and Other Dispositions of Assets
Pub 547	Casualties, Disasters and Thefts
Pub 550	Investment Income and Expenses
Pub 551	Basis of Assets
Pub 556	Examination of Returns, Appeal Rights and Claims for Refund
Pub 559	Survivors, Executors and Administrators
Pub 560	Retirement Plans for Small Business
Pub 564	Mutual Fund Distributions
Pub 570	Tax Guide for Individuals with Income from U.S. Possessions
Pub 575	Pension and Annuity Income
Pub 583	Starting a Business and Keeping Records
Pub 587	Business Use of Your Home
Pub 590	Individual Retirement Arrangements (IRAs)
Pub 593	Tax Highlights for U.S. Citizens and Residents Going Abroad
Pub 596	Earned Income Credit (EIC)
Pub 600	State and Local General Sales Tax
Pub 907	Tax Highlights for Persons with Disabilities
Pub 908	Bankruptcy Tax Guide
Pub 915	Social Security and Equivalent Railroad Retirement Benefits
Pub 919	How Do I Adjust My Tax Withholding
Pub 925	Passive Activity and At-Risk Rules
Pub 926	Household Employer's Tax Guide
Pub 929	Tax Rules for Children and Dependents
Pub 936	Home Mortgage Interest Deduction
Pub 946	How To Depreciate Property
Pub 970	Health Savings Accounts and Other Tax-Favored Health Plans
Pub 970	Tax Benefits for Education
Pub 972	Child Tax Credit
Pub 1542	Per Diem Rates