83(b) Automated Submission
What’s New
Users that choose to early-exercise will now be able to submit an 83(b) form automatically to the IRS while exercising. Furthermore, users can now update their SSN, digitally sign the 83(b) form, and review personal information during the exercise request. In addition, users now have an improved UI to access the PDF and tracking number of their 83(b) form on the 83(b) Elections tab on the Option Grant modal.
Who this affects
Any US-based users with early exercisable option grants, and ACH eligible who choose to early-exercise through Carta.
How it works
83(b) Automated Submission Option During Exercise Request
The 83(b) Automated Submission option will be available during an exercise submission. Users will be able to choose between performing an Automated 83(b) Submission or a Manual 83(b) submission (if the user selects to submit their 83(b) form manually, they still have the option to utilize the automated submission feature through the Option grant modal as long as the current date has not exceeded 25 days from the exercise date).
 | Figure 1: On the Review Tax page, users now are given the option to automatically submit an 83(b) form or manually submit the form; If the user chooses to submit the automated 83(b) form, they can add/update their SSN directly |
 | Figure 2: Updated Sign and Submit modal which includes an Automated 83(b) Submission Agreement section signed via digital signature. |
 | Figure 3: Updated Congratulations page stating that the 83(b) form is being sent to the IRS. |
 | Figure 4: 83(b) elections tab on the Option Grant modal to view the USPS tracking number and the submitted 83(b) form. |
Included Personal Information
To submit an automated 83(b) submission, a Social Security Number (SSN) is required by the IRS to properly verify the identity of the user. If the user’s SSN isn’t filled in the Account settings, users have the ability to add and confirm their SSN when selecting their submission method. Otherwise, when users navigate to the Review Exercise page, the automated submission will pull the user’s Name, SSN, and Address directly from the Account settings.
Digital Signature
On the Sign and Submit modal (Figure 2), users agree to automatically submit the 83(b) form by signing the agreement via digital signature. The digital signature is added directly into the PDF of the 83(b) form.
Status of submission
The 83(b) form PDF and Tracking number will be provided and displayed in the Option grant modal on the 83(b) Elections tab. The user will be able to track and check the status of their 83(b) Automated Submission.
83(b) Manual Submissions
Manual 83(b) Submissions UI has been improved on the 83(b) Elections tab providing users with an 83(b) form to print and sign which is to be mailed manually by the user. To complete their manual submission, users will be required to upload their signed copy of the form in addition to the date that the 83(b) form was sent to the IRS on Carta. Further, users may choose to submit an automated submission on the 83(b) Elections tab.
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FAQ
1. Can I still use the previous workflow for 83(b) Submission?
Yes! If you would prefer to file your 83(b) form manually, you still have the ability to do so! During the exercise workflow, you may select “Submit an 83(b) form later” as your submission method, and you’ll have the option to download and print an 83(b) form from the 83(b) Elections tab on the Option grant modal.
2. What happens if my exercise gets stuck or canceled?
If you select automated submission of your 83(b) election, it will be initiated immediately after you finish submitting your exercise. If your exercise gets canceled, you should consult with your legal and tax advisors on what to do with your filed 83(b) election form.
3. How will I know that the IRS has received my automated submission? Will I be able to closely follow the progress of the 83(b) submission?
You can navigate to the 83(b) elections tab on the Option grant modal to verify the status of the 83(b) form using the tracking number provided by USPS to follow the progression of your 83(b) submission. Status updates are available as soon as the package is delivered to the USPS.
We highly recommend printing and storing the online USPS confirmation as this information is only available for a limited amount of time.
Additional Resources
- Support Article: 83(b) Form for Early Exercised Option Grants
- Blog: What is Early Exercising?
- Arcade: 83(b) Automated Submission Walkthrough
