What this notice is about There is a delay processing your refund because you may owe other federal taxes. What you need to do You don’t need to do anything. In 6-8 weeks, we’ll either: Issue your refund, including any interest, if applicable, or Send you a notice letting you know we applied your refund to other federal taxes you owe. Frequently asked questions Why did I get this notice? (updated Jan. 14, 2025) We may be applying your refund to a balance on another account for which you’re liable. How long does it take to determine any non-individual liability? (updated Jan. 14, 2025) Allow up to 8 weeks for us to determine if another balance exists. What happens after the refund is applied? (updated Jan. 14, 2025) After we apply the refund, we’ll send you any remaining amount with interest, if applicable. Reference tools Publication 1, Your Rights as a Taxpayer Notice Topic 651 Notice Topic 653 Full list of tax forms and instructions Need help? You can authorize someone to represent you before the IRS or inspect and/or receive confidential tax information. You may be eligible for free help from the Taxpayer Advocate Service (TAS). See if you qualify for help from a Low Income Taxpayer Clinic. You can request a copy of your notice or letter in Braille or large print. If you can’t find what you need online, call the telephone number on your notice or letter.
