What this notice is about We sent you this notice because you owe money on unpaid taxes. 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 Read your notice carefully. It will explain how much you owe and how to pay it. Pay the amount you owe by the due date on the notice. Make a payment plan if you can't pay the full amount you owe. Contact us if you disagree. You may want to Learn more about how to make a payment plan. Learn more about how to submit an Offer in Compromise. Frequently asked questions What happens if I can't pay or pay the full amount I owe now? You can apply online for a payment plan (including installment agreements). Temporarily delay collection In cases of financial hardship, the IRS may temporarily delay collection until your situation improves. For more information, see Temporary Delay of Collection Process. What should I do if I disagree with the notice? Call us at the toll-free number on the top right corner of your notice. Please have your paperwork (such as cancelled checks, amended return, etc.) ready when you call. Am I charged interest on the money I owe? Not if you pay the full amount you owe by the date on the notice. However, interest accrues on the unpaid amount after that date. Will I receive a penalty if I can't pay the full amount? Yes, you'll receive a late payment penalty. You can call us at the number on your notice if you can't pay the full amount or you can apply online for a payment plan (including installment agreements). Contact us by your payment's due date. Helpful information Publication 505, Tax Withholding and Estimated Tax PDF Publication 594, The IRS Collection Process PDF Notice 746, Information About Your Notice, Penalty and Interest PDF Form 656-B, Offer in Compromise Booklet PDF Form 9465, Installment Agreement Request PDF Tips for next year The IRS Tax Withholding Estimator estimates your federal income tax paycheck withholding amount and can help you perform a "paycheck checkup." Reference Tools Publication 1, Your Rights as a Taxpayer Publication 17, Your Federal Income Tax Full list of tax forms and instructions Need Help? You can authorize someone to contact the IRS on your behalf. See if you qualify for help from a Low Income Taxpayer Clinic. If you can’t find what you need online, call the IRS number at the top of your notice or letter.
