Valid XML schemas and business rules for 1120, 1120-F, and 1120-S Modernized e-File (MeF)

 

The following links provide information and technical guidance for Software Developers and Transmitters who are interested in developing software for the Modernized e-File Forms 1120, 1120-F, and 1120-S. You will find the Extensible Markup Language (XML) Schemas, Business Rules and other useful information separated by tax year.   

Forms 1120, 1120-F, and 1120-S Stylesheets can be downloaded for use in displaying XML tax return data.

Production and Assurance Testing System (ATS) - Current valid schemas

Tax Year Form Type
2023 Form 1120, 1120-F, and 1120-S
2022 Form 1120, 1120-F, and 1120-S
2021 Form 1120, 1120-F, and 1120-S

Modernized e-File (MeF) schemas and business rules