# Form 4562

URL: https://pdf.net/pdf-forms/tax-forms/form-4562
Category: Tax Forms
Attributes: Official IRS form

Form 4562 is a document used to claim **depreciation, amortization, and Section 179 deductions** for business property.

You can access our fillable form for free and use our online editor to complete it, accurately reporting certain deductions as part of your tax returns this year.

## Versions

- 2025 — [download PDF](https://cdn.sanity.io/files/i16te7yp/production/f4074d21d49f3c0d6c9792508ab9fde8c4086a0a.pdf)

## How to Fill Out a Form 4562

Step 1: Open the editable Form 4562.

Step 2: Enter business and asset details.

Step 3: Complete Section 179 election.

Step 4: Add depreciation for new assets.

Step 5: Report listed property use and include amortization amounts.

Step 6: Transfer totals to your return.

## Facts

### What Is a Form 4562 Used For?

A Form 4562 is used to **claim depreciation and amortization deductions, elect Section 179 expensing, and report business use of certain assets** like vehicles. It helps track how you recover the cost of property used in a business over time.

### Who Should Use a Form 4562?

You must file a Form 4562 if you **claim depreciation for property** placed in service during the year, **take a Section 179 deduction**, **report listed property** like vehicles, or **begin amortizing costs** such as startup expenses or intangible assets.

### When Is the Form 4562 Due?

A Form 4562 is **due with your tax return**. However, you must still report depreciation and related deductions for the correct tax year if you file an extension, and the deadline is extended.

### What Happens If a Form 4562 Is Not Submitted?

If your Form 4562 is not submitted, you **may lose eligible deductions or report income incorrectly**. This can increase your tax liability and may lead to IRS notices or the need to amend your return later.

### How and Where Do I File a Form 4562?

You file your Form 4562 with your federal tax return and submit it **electronically or mail it to the IRS.**

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