You’ll need the following to complete a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®) form:
Your Social Security Number
Your A-Number (if you're not a U.S. citizen)
Federal income tax returns; records of child support received; and your current balance of cash, savings, and checking accounts (Note: You must provide consent and approval to disclose your federal tax information to be eligible for federal student aid.)
Bank statements and records of investments (if applicable)
Records of net worth of investments, businesses, and farms
Records of untaxed income (if applicable)
An FSA ID (account username and password) to log in to StudentAid.gov and start the FAFSA form electronically
If you're a dependent student, then your parent(s) will need most of the above information.
If you’re a married student who did not file a joint tax return with your spouse, then your spouse will need most of the above information.