Authorize a Representative Quickly and Securely
Authorize someone to represent you before the Office of Tax and Revenue (OTR) by submitting a Power of Attorney (POA). You can add or update a POA by submitting a paper POA form or online through your MyTax.DC.gov account.
Submit a Paper Power of Attorney Form
You can complete and submit the Power of Attorney form (Form D-2848) by mail or in person.
Download the Power of Attorney Form (D-2848)
Submit a Power of Attorney Online
You can also submit a Power of Attorney online through your MyTax web portal. Log in to your MyTax.DC.gov account and follow these steps to add a Power of Attorney:
- After logging in, select the “More…” tab
- Under the Registration Details section, click on “Add/Update Contact”
- Click on the “Add/Edit Contact” button
- At the bottom of the window, select “+ Add a Record”
- Select the Contact Type (e.g. Power of Attorney) from the dropdown menu and follow the instructions and prompts to submit your request
- Provide supporting documentation (for Powers of Attorney, this would include a complete D-2848 form signed by the taxpayer/authorized officer
Questions?
We’re here to help. Contact our Customer Service Team at (202) 727-4TAX (4829) with any questions about completing or submitting the Power of Attorney Form.