What this notice is about You may need to file an amended return. We've received information not reported on your tax return. What you need to do Read your notice carefully. It will explain the information we received. File an amended tax return PDF if the information is correct. If you believe the information is wrong, contact the business or person reporting the information and ask them to correct it. You may want to Order a tax transcript of your tax return. Make sure your other tax returns aren't missing the same information. Contact us with any unanswered questions you have. Keep a copy of your notice for your files. Frequently asked questions What do I need to do? You need to amend your return if the third-party information we received is correct. Do I have to amend my tax return if the information is wrong? (updated March 7, 2024) No. Don't file an amended tax return only to correct third-party information. How do I amend my tax return? (updated March 7, 2024) Complete Form 1040-X, Amended U.S. Individual Income Tax Return PDF, as soon as possible. Find tax forms or publications by visiting IRS.gov/forms or calling 800-TAX-FORM (800-829-3676). Send your completed Form 1040-X to the address based on the state you reside in (found in the instructions for Form 1040-X). You can also electronically file your Form 1040-X. How can I find an IRS Taxpayer Assistance Center? We have centers located throughout the country. Find the center nearest to you. I don't have a copy of my original tax return to help me amend it. What can I do? (updated March 7, 2024) You can order a transcript of your tax return. You also can get one by completing and sending us a Form 4506-T, Request for Transcript of Tax Return PDF. You can get a copy of your tax return by completing and sending us a Form 4506, Request for Copy of Tax Return PDF. We charge a fee for return requests. If an accountant or some other person prepared your return, they may have a copy of your return. What do I do if the information is wrong? You don't have to amend your tax return if the information is wrong. Instead, contact whoever reported the wrong information and ask them to correct it. You don't need to contact us. I reported the information but I reported it incorrectly. Can I call the IRS to correct my return? (updated March 7, 2024) We can accept your information over the phone for incorrectly reported information if the mistake didn't increase or decrease your tax. However, you should file an amended tax return if you didn't report the information, or misreported it in a way that increased or decreased your tax. The information is wrong because someone else is using my name and Social Security number. What can I do? See our identity theft information to find out what you can do. You also should call us and let us know. Why did it take the IRS so long to contact me about this matter? We match the information you report on your tax return with information reported by employers, banks, businesses, and others. This matching takes several months to complete. What do I need to do if the information is related to a state relief payment, financial assistance allocated under the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Acts, or similar language? (added March 7, 2024) If you received a Form 1099-G or 1099-MISC for a non-taxable relief payment there is no action required. If there has been a determination that the payment is taxable, complete Form 1040-X, Amended U.S. Individual Income Tax Return, as soon as possible. To determine the taxability of your payment, go to the state website of where you reside for more information. Helpful information Form 1040-X, Amended U.S. Individual Income Tax Return PDF Instructions for Form 1040-X PDF Form 4506-T, Request for Transcript of Tax Return PDF Form 4506, Request for Copy of Tax Return PDF Tips for next year Keep accurate and full records Wait until you get all of your income statements to file your tax return Check the documents you get from your employer, mortgage company, bank, or other sources of income (W-2s, 1098s, 1099s, etc.) to make sure they're correct Include all your income on your tax return Follow the instructions on how to report income, expenses, and deductions File an amended tax return for any information you receive after you've filed your return 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 how to file electronically. Reference tools Publication 1, Your Rights as a Taxpayer Paying your taxes Publication 5181, Tax Return Reviews by Mail PDF Publication 594, The IRS Collection Process PDF Notice 746, Information About Your Notice, Penalty and Interest PDF Publication 5, Your Appeal Rights and How to Prepare a Protest If You Don’t Agree PDF 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.
