IRS Office Albany

This page provides information about the IRS Office Albany location.

IRS Office Albany – Clinton Avenue & North Pearl Street, Albany, NY 12207

Albany IRS Office is located at the Leo W. O’Brien Federal Building. Leo William O’Brien was a Democratic member of the United States House of Representatives from New York. The building construction was completed on 1974. It is a 10 storied building, stands tall at Clinton Avenue and North Pearl Street with its 151 feet height. The building is Energy Star Labeled for its energy conservation properties.

Directions

East on Interstate 90: Head north on I-90 and take the exit 6A to merge onto I-787 toward Albany. Take exit 4B for US-9 or Clinton Avenue. Merge onto US 9 North.

West on Interstate 90: Head east on I-90 and take the right 2 lanes to exit through 6A to merge onto I-787 toward Albany/Rensselaer. Take exit 4B for US-9 or Clinton Avenue. Merge onto US 9 North.

North on Interstate 787: Head south on I-787 and take exit 4B for US-9 North or Clinton Avenue. Merge onto US 9 North and Continue for a while.

South on Interstate 87: Head north on I-87 and take exit 23 for Interstate 787 North toward Troy. Merge onto I-787 and take exit 4 toward US-9 North or US-20 West. Merge onto Quay Street and continue onto US 9 North. Keep left and stay on US 9 North, continue for a while.

Hours

Monday through Friday 8.30 am to 4.30 pm, follows the federal holiday schedule.

Contact

Information: 518-427-4250

How to make an appointment

If you require face-to-face service at the Albany IRS office, you must call 844-545-5640 to schedule an appointment.

Once you make an appointment, you will receive an automated email confirming the day and time of your appointment.

Parking

Few parking spots are available on-premises, might be difficult for general visitors to avail. Commercial parking lots in the area would cost between $5 and $16 for 2 hours. Metered parking streets are available nearby.

Security

Public visitors might need to pass through electronic security equipment. Presenting a government issued valid ID might be mandatory for gaining access to the building, and the confirmation of appointment.

Services

• Account inquiries (help with letters, notices and levies on your wages or bank account)
• Adjustments (changes to tax account information or payments)
• Alien clearances (Sailing Permits)
• Assistance with Affordable Care Act tax provision questions for individuals
• Basic tax law assistance January 2 – April 18 (answers related to your individual Federal Tax Return) (Topics)
• Check, money order, or cash payment acceptance (Exact Change is Required)
• Form 911, Request for Taxpayer Advocate Service Assistance
• Form 2290, Heavy Highway Vehicle Use Tax Return (submission of tax return if unable to e-file)
• Individual Taxpayer Identification Numbers and Form W-7 (More Information)
• Multilingual assistance (over 150 languages translated)
• Payment arrangements
• Procedural inquiries
• Solutions to tax issues
• Tax forms (based on availability)