What this notice is about We removed a payment that we incorrectly applied to your account. View this notice and manage your communication preference online Sign in to your online account to: View and download this notice Go paperless for certain notices Get email notifications for new notices What you need to do Review your notice because it provides the date and amount of the payment we removed. Make a payment. Pay the amount you owe by the date stated on the notice. If you can't pay the amount in full, pay as much as you can now and make payment arrangements for the rest. Apply for a payment plan online or call us at the number shown on your notice. You may want to Review the notice and compare our changes with your records. Frequently asked questions Why did I receive this notice? You received this notice because a payment was applied to your account in error. What should I do if I believe the payment was incorrectly removed? Mail us a copy of the proof of payment to the address on the notice. What should I do if I would like to authorize someone (such as an accountant) to contact you on my behalf? (added Jan. 10, 2025) Complete and send us a Form 2848, Power of Attorney and Declaration of Representative PDF Tips for next year Consider filing your taxes electronically. Filing online can help you avoid mistakes and find credits and deductions that you may qualify for. In many cases you can file for free. Learn more about e-file. 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.
