When completing Schedule C (Profit or Loss From Business), enter the physical address of your business.
- If your business operates from a separate office or commercial location, enter that business address.
- If you operate your business from home and do not have a separate business location, enter your home address.
- Use the business's physical location, not a P.O. Box.
What If I Don't Have a Traditional Business?
Many taxpayers who file Schedule C don't consider themselves business owners. You may still need a Schedule C if you're:
- An independent contractor
- A freelancer or consultant
- A gig worker
- A statutory employee
- Someone who received self-employment income reported on Form 1099-NEC
If your Schedule C income comes from statutory employee wages (Form W-2, Box 13) or nonemployee compensation (Form 1099-NEC, Box 1), you generally aren't required to enter a business address if you don't operate a separate business location.
In these cases, you only need to complete:
- Your business code
- A description of the work performed
Why Is the Address Important?
The Schedule C address helps identify where your business operates. For most sole proprietors, this is simply their home address. If you have a dedicated business location, using that address helps ensure your business information is reported accurately.