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Form 8379 — Injured Spouse Allocation
Form 8379 lets an "injured spouse" on a joint tax return reclaim their share of a refund that was applied to their spouse's separate debt — such as past-due child support, student loans, or other federal or state debts. Fill it out directly in your browser and download the completed PDF. FileKit is not affiliated with the IRS, USCIS, or any government agency. This is the official current form, provided for your convenience — always verify you're using the latest version at the source link below before submitting.
How to fill out 8379
- 1Indicate whether you're filing this with your joint return or afterward, and answer the eligibility questions.
- 2Allocate income, deductions, and credits between you and your spouse as shown on the joint return.
- 3Download the completed PDF, sign it, and file it with your joint return or send it separately if the refund has already been offset.
Frequently asked questions
What does "injured spouse" mean here?
It refers to a spouse whose share of a joint refund was reduced to cover the other spouse's separate past-due debt — not physical injury.
How is this different from "innocent spouse" relief?
Injured spouse relief is about dividing a refund fairly when one spouse has a separate debt; innocent spouse relief addresses liability for a joint return's tax, interest, or penalties due to the other spouse's errors.
How long does the IRS take to process this form?
It can take around 8 weeks if filed with your return, or up to 8 weeks if filed afterward — processing times can vary, so check current IRS guidance.
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