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This page provides questions and answers on how to obtain an estate tax closing letter through Pay.gov.

Tax Tip 2022-141, September 14, 2022 — When the IRS needs to ask a question about a taxpayer’s tax return, notify them about a change to their account, or request a payment, the agency often mails a letter or notice to the taxpayer. Getting mail from the IRS is not a cause for panic but, it should not be ignored either.

Tax Tip 2022-56, April 12, 2022 — When a thief steals someone’s Social Security number, they can use it to file a fraudulent tax return. This is tax-related identity theft. The IRS scans tax returns for possible fraud.

Tax Tip 2023-55, April 24, 2023 — Getting a letter from the IRS can make some taxpayers nervous – but there’s no need to panic. The IRS sends notices and letters when it needs to ask a question about a taxpayer's tax return, let them know about a change to their account or request a payment.

IR-2022-58, March 15, 2022 — In an effort to provide American taxpayers with the service they deserve, the Internal Revenue Service announced today the latest expansion of its multilingual products, Braille, text, audio and large print products are now available in Spanish.

FS-2024-24, July 2024 — The Internal Revenue Service issued alert IR-2024-139 about a series of scams and inaccurate social media advice. Social media schemes led to thousands of inflated refund claims during the past tax season. The IRS has increased its compliance efforts related to false and/or questionable credits.

Use the identity verification (ID Verify) service if you received an IRS 5071C letter, 5747C letter or 5447C letter.

You are no longer recognized as a tax-exempt subordinate in a group ruling letter.

Tax Tip 2022-62, April 21, 2022 — The IRS mails letters or notices to taxpayers for a variety of reasons.

May 10, 2024 — IRS statement to taxpayers receiving Letter 6613 alerting them to the unauthorized disclosure of tax return information by an IRS contractor.