TAX NEWS - DECEMber 2009

Questions about the New Computerized Version of the Form 500 - State of Georgia tax

Q. I printed out the form 500 with my computer software and the form does not look like the form 500 that is in the IT-511 booklet. Why is the form different?

A. Forms that are produced by certain software companies include the two dimensional bar code. However, it is not mandatory for every software company to use it. The bar code contains the information you have entered onto your return. It will only be visible when your return has been printed. The purpose of this technology is to assist in processing your return in a more accurate and timely manner. These design changes do not apply to the booklet version of the form.


Q. What is the correct mailing address for computerized forms?

A. The mailing address for forms that contain a two-dimensional bar code is different from that of other computerized forms. You should mail your form to the address provided in your software package or by your tax preparer.