Help with accessing PDFs Saving, filling in, and printing PDF files

We use Adobe Acrobat PDF files to provide electronic access to our forms and publications. You will need to have the Adobe Reader software installed to access our forms and publications. We recommend using the most recent version of Adobe Reader -- available free from Adobe's website.

When saving or printing a file, be sure to use the functionality of Adobe Reader rather than your web browser.
All PDF files are tested prior to posting on ftb.ca.gov. If you have problems with a file, such as PDF pages that don't appear in the browser window, review the troubleshooting information in Adobe's support knowledgebase.

The Franchise Tax Board (FTB) fill-in PDF forms use some of the features provided with Adobe Acrobat software, such as the ability to save the data you input (document rights). Currently, there is no computation, validation or verification of the information you enter, and you are still responsible for entering all required information.

We accept forms that are consistent with the official printed versions and do not have an adverse impact on our processing. This policy includes forms printed from ftb.ca.gov and output on high-quality devices such as laser or ink-jet printers, unless otherwise specified on the form itself. Forms that must be ordered from FTB can be found can be found online.