The IRS sends correspondence for various reasons, and not all require immediate concern. Understanding the purpose helps you respond appropriately.
Informing you about outstanding tax obligations and payment requirements
Notifying you of changes or errors found on your submitted tax return
Requesting additional documentation or clarification about your return
Confirming your identity to protect against tax fraud and identity theft
Explaining changes to your expected refund amount or processing delays
Providing answers to questions or requests you submitted to the IRS
Click on any notice code below to understand what it means and learn how to respond appropriately.
IRS found an error on your return resulting in additional taxes owed
IRS made changes to your return affecting your refund amount
You have an outstanding balance that needs to be paid
Initial notice about unpaid taxes with penalties and interest
Second notice with increasing penalties for unpaid taxes
Final notice before IRS begins levy procedures on assets
Final warning before seizing business assets for unpaid business taxes
Final notice with right to Collection Due Process hearing
Notice of intent to levy on wages or other income
Notice addressing unpaid taxes that accumulated during or after COVID-19
Final notice before enforced collection action
When you receive IRS correspondence, follow these essential steps to protect your rights and resolve issues efficiently.
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