Form Ia 8453-S - Iowa S Corporation Declaration For An E-File Return

Form Ia 8453-S - Iowa S Corporation Declaration For An E-File Return - 2012 Page 2

2012 IA 8453-S Instructions

The IA 8453-S must be completed and then signed by the president or other duly authorized officer.

Enter the name and Federal Employer Identification Number (FEIN) of the S corporation at the top of

the form.

Complete Part I, Return Information, using amounts from the Iowa Income Tax Return for S

Corporations.

Part II – Declaration of Officer

1. Verify the accuracy of the tax return.

2. Read, sign and date the form.

3. Return the completed form to the ERO or paid preparer if using one.

Note: The IA 8453-S should be retained for three years from the due date or filing date,

whichever is later.

Part III – Declaration of Electronic Return Originator (ERO) and Paid Preparer

This section is completed only if the return is filed through an ERO or paid preparer.

1. Complete Part III, Declaration of ERO and Paid Preparer.

2. Provide the officer with a copy of the signed IA 8453-S or corrected IA 8453-S if changes are

made.

3. Provide the officer with a signed copy of the tax return including all attachments.

4. Retain the signed IA 8453-S and all attachments for three years from the due date or filing

date, whichever is later.

File and Pay Electronically. Good for the environment. Good for you.

DO NOT MAIL THE IA 8453-S. Keep it with your records for at least three years.

42-013b (08/17/12)

Form Ia 8453-S - Iowa S Corporation Declaration For An E-File Return - 2012 Page 2