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IRS offices in Florida — Taxpayer Assistance Centers + ITIN appointments

Directory of 18 IRS Taxpayer Assistance Centers (TACs) in Florida for in-person tax services, ITIN applications (Form W-7), identity verification, and prior-year returns.

IRS offices in Florida

The IRS operates Taxpayer Assistance Centers (TACs) for in-person tax services. Florida has 18 TACs.

TACs handle:

  • ITIN applications (Form W-7) — many TACs are designated as Certifying Acceptance Agents
  • Identity verification for tax returns
  • Account problems and balance-due payments
  • Tax law questions (limited; most are routed to phone or IRS.gov)
  • Tax form pickup (walk-in for forms only)
  • Prior-year returns assistance

⚠️ All TAC visits require an appointment. Call the local office below OR the IRS appointment line at 844-545-5640.

IRS Taxpayer Assistance Centers in Florida

18 IRS TACs listed for Florida. TACs handle in-person tax services including ITIN applications (Form W-7), identity verification, account problems, and tax-return assistance for prior years.

OfficeAddressPhoneHours
Clearwater10200 49th St. North, Clearwater, FL 33762(727) 568-24598:30am - 4:30pm
Daytona Beach1540 Cornerstone Blvd., Suite 130, Daytona Beach, FL 32117(386) 254-73608:30am - 4:30pm
Ft. Myers4210 Metro Parkway, Ft. Myers, FL 33916(239) 938-76018:30am - 4:30pm
Gainesville104 North Main Street, Gainesville, FL 32601(352) 395-61978:30am - 4:30pm
Jacksonville400 West Bay St., Jacksonville, FL 32202(904) 665-10408:30am - 4:30pm
Lakeland2133 Harden Blvd., Lakeland, FL 33803(863) 904-33998:30am - 4:30pm
Melbourne1232 Sarno Road, Melbourne, FL 32935(321) 253-77008:30am - 4:30pm
Miami51 S.W. First Ave. Suite 311, Miami, FL 33130(305) 982-50778:30am - 4:30pm
Ocala3300 SW 34th Ave, Ocala, FL 34474(352) 401-00108:30am - 4:30pm
Orlando201 S. Orange Ave. Suite #1118, Orlando, FL 32801(321) 441-25868:30am - 4:30pm
Panama City651 F West 14th St., Panama City, FL 32401(850) 481-40168:30am - 4:30pm
Pensacola7180 9th Ave. North, Pensacola, FL 32504(850) 475-73608:30am - 4:30pm
Plantation/Fort Lauderdale1248 N. University Dr, Plantation, FL 33322(954) 423-73008:30am - 4:30pm
Port St. Lucie7410 S. US Hwy. 1, Port St. Lucie, FL 34952(772) 340-56068:30am - 4:30pm
Sarasota5971 Cattle Ridge Blvd., Sarasota, FL 34232(941) 378-64488:30am - 4:30pm
Tallahassee325 John Knox Road, Building K - Suite 100, Tallahassee, FL 32303(850) 402-86598:30am - 4:30pm
Tampa3848 W. Columbus Dr., Tampa, FL 33607(813) 302-55008:30am - 4:30pm
West Palm Beach625 N Flagler Dr., West Palm Beach, FL 33401(561) 616-20028:30am - 4:30pm

How to schedule an IRS TAC appointment in Florida

  1. Choose the office most convenient for you above
  2. Call the office number OR the central appointment line: 844-545-5640
  3. Explain the reason for your visit (W-7 ITIN, identity verification, etc.)
  4. Schedule 2-4 weeks in advance during peak tax season (Jan-Apr)
  5. Confirm what original documents you must bring

Last verified: 2026-05-27. Source: IRS Taxpayer Assistance Center directory. General procedural information — not legal or tax advice. Always verify office hours and services before traveling.

Recent IRS appointment and ITIN context (2025-2026)

IRS Taxpayer Assistance Centers (TACs) operate by appointment only — call 1-800-829-1040 to schedule. For ITIN W-7 in-person processing, only designated Certifying Acceptance Agent TACs can verify original passport documents (saves you mailing your passport to Austin, TX). The ITIN application fee is $0 (no IRS fee); third-party Acceptance Agent fees range from $50-$300 per applicant when not using a TAC directly.

H.R.1 / OBBBA effective 2026-05-29 did NOT change Form W-7 ITIN procedures, but the IRS publishes ITIN processing time updates monthly. Current processing time: approximately 7 weeks for new W-7 applications mailed to Austin Service Center. Renewals required for ITINs not used on a federal tax return for 3 consecutive years. The 2024 IRS Strategic Operating Plan allocated $80 billion in funding (later reduced) — TAC hours and locations may shift annually based on Congressional appropriations.

For free tax preparation: 11,000+ VITA (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance) sites nationwide serve households earning under approximately $64,000. TCE (Tax Counseling for the Elderly) sites serve taxpayers 60+. Find sites at irs.treasury.gov/freetaxprep or call 1-800-906-9887. VITA volunteers are IRS-certified annually and can prepare Forms 1040, 1040-SR, 1040-NR (limited), Schedule A, B, C (simple), EIC, Child Tax Credit, ACTC, education credits.

USCIS Form W-7 and the IRS Form 1040 series interact via Schedule 8812 (Credits for Qualifying Children and Other Dependents) — ITIN-only filers can still claim the $2,000 Child Tax Credit per qualifying child (US citizen or LPR child with SSN required). The Additional Child Tax Credit refundable portion is $1,700 for tax year 2025. Form 1040-NR filers face different rules; consult a TAC or VITA volunteer for nonresident-alien status questions.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need an appointment for the IRS TAC in Florida?
Yes. Almost all IRS Taxpayer Assistance Centers operate by appointment ONLY. Call the local office number above OR 844-545-5640 to schedule. Walk-ins are generally not accepted except for cash payments and tax form pickup. Schedule 2-4 weeks in advance during peak tax season (Jan-Apr).
Can I file my ITIN application (Form W-7) at the IRS TAC in Florida?
YES — TACs can process W-7 applications AND verify your identity documents in person, so you don’t have to mail your passport. Only certain TACs offer this service (‘ITIN-Certifying Acceptance Agent’ designation). Call ahead to confirm the office can process your W-7 and what original documents (passport, birth certificate, etc.) to bring.
What do I bring to my IRS TAC appointment in Florida?
Government photo ID (driver’s license or passport), Social Security number or ITIN (if you have one), copies of any IRS letters or notices, prior-year tax returns if relevant. For ITIN/W-7: original passport AND, if claiming a treaty benefit, the supporting treaty documentation. Bring everything in original — copies typically won’t be accepted.
Are there free tax preparation services in Florida?
Yes — VITA (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance) sites offer free tax prep for households under approximately $64,000. TCE (Tax Counseling for the Elderly) serves 60+. These are separate from IRS TACs. See /taxes/free-tax-help-vita-by-state/florida/ for VITA sites in Florida.