Once you have followed the steps outlined on this page, you will need to determine what type of tax-exempt status you want. Note: As of January 31, the IRS requires that Form 1023 applications for recognition of exemption be submitted electronically online at www.pay.gov. For more information, please refer to the Form 1023 product page. Charitable, Religious and Educational Organizations (501(c)(3)) Form 1023-EZ Instructions for Form 1023-EZ PDF Form 1023 Instructions for Form 1023 PDF Social Welfare Organizations (501(c)(4) organizations) Form 8976, Notice of Intent to Operate Under Section 501(c)(4) Form 1024-A PDF Instructions for Form 1024-A PDF Other Nonprofit or Tax-Exempt Organizations (501(a)) Form 1024 PDF Instructions for Form 1024 PDF Additional information Exempt Organizations Form 1023-EZ Approvals Publication 4220, Applying for 501(c)(3) Status PDF Publication 557, Tax-Exempt Status for Your Organization PDF Group exemptions PDF FAQs - Applying for tax exemption FAQs - Form 1023 Top ten tips to shorten the tax-exempt application process Sample application questions Can the IRS expedite my application? Power of attorney - appointing someone to represent you Life cycle of an exempt organization Federal tax obligations of nonprofit corporations Online training Applying for Tax Exemption - An Overview After You Apply IRS Processing of Exemption Applications Application Process Tax Law Compliance Before Exempt Status Is Recognized Where's My Application for Tax-Exempt Status? Changes to the EO Determinations Process Rejecting Incomplete Applications Quick Links A-Z Index Educational Resources and Guidance Publications Audit Process Contact IRS Exempt Organizations About Us
