Schedule LEP (Form 1040) Template

Use this schedule to request IRS written communications in a preferred language or cancel a prior election.

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Why use a Schedule LEP (Form 1040)?

This schedule helps taxpayers tell the IRS which language they prefer for written communications.

Request language choice

Select one preferred language for IRS written communications.
Attach to tax return

Submit the schedule with Form 1040, 1040-SR, 1040-NR, or 1040-SS.
Update prior election

Cancel a previous choice or change back to English when needed.

This template includes taxpayer details, language options, filing guidance, and matching instructions.

Taxpayer details
Captures the requester's name and Social Security number from the tax return.
Language selection list
Provides coded options for Spanish, Korean, Vietnamese, Chinese, and other languages.
Joint return guidance
Explains when each spouse should file a separate Schedule LEP.
Name and SSN rules
States how the entered name and SSN should match the tax return.
Filing purpose notes
Describes when the schedule should be filed with a tax return.