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What is the Form 8379?
Form 8379 is an IRS form filed by a spouse on a joint return to claim their share of a refund that was, or is expected to be, applied to the other spouse's separately owed debt, such as past-due taxes, child support, or federal student loans.
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Who should file Form 8379?
You file Form 8379 if you filed a joint return and all or part of your share of the refund was, or will be, applied to your spouse's separate past-due debt and you want your portion back. It is different from innocent spouse relief (Form 8857). You can file it with your joint return or on its own afterward.
Is filling out the Form 8379 here free?
Filling it in is free, with no signup and no watermark. Downloading the completed form is a one-time $1.97 — not a subscription, and refundable for 7 days.
Do you upload my form to a server?
No. The form opens and is filled entirely in your browser. Nothing is uploaded, so your personal and financial details stay on your device.
Is this the official form?
Yes. This is the official, current Form 8379 published by the U.S. government, which is public domain. You fill the genuine document.
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