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Whistleblower Alerts highlight high-risk areas of non-compliance and encourage members of the public with firsthand knowledge to share credible, timely information with the IRS.
Active Alerts
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Why report to us
Your information can make a meaningful difference in promoting fairness and accountability in the tax system. Additionally, the IRS Whistleblower Office pays whistleblowers monetary awards of up to 30% of the proceeds IRS collects based on the whistleblower’s information.
How to report
If you have specific, credible and timely information about suspected fraud or misconduct, report it to us.
Simple questions guide you to the correct form to submit your information.
Make sure your information is specific, credible, and identifies the person or entity engaged in misconduct.
You can remain anonymous, but if you wish to be considered for a monetary award you must identify yourself when you file your claim for an award.
About the Whistleblower Office
The IRS Whistleblower Office promotes fairness in our tax system by rewarding whistleblowers with up to 30% of the proceeds collected based on the whistleblower’s information.